HTS US: 3007.XX.XXXX
Description
The HTS code 3007 encompasses a broad range of biological products primarily intended for medical, veterinary, and research applications. This heading includes:
- Vaccines for human or veterinary use: Preparations intended to stimulate immunity against diseases, including live attenuated, inactivated, or subunit vaccines.
- Toxins and cultures of microorganisms: Includes purified toxins, cultures of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and similar products used in diagnostics, research, or therapeutic contexts.
- Similar biological products: Such as antisera, other blood fractions, and related immunological products.
These products are generally presented in liquid or lyophilized (freeze-dried) form, often packed in ampoules, vials, or other sterile containers suitable for administration or laboratory use.
Code Hierarchy
- Section VI: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries (Chapters 28-38)
- Chapter 30: Pharmaceutical Products
- Heading 3007: Vaccines, toxins, cultures of microorganisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
3007.XX.XXXX– Final digits specify exact product type, presentation, and use.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
While the US HTS database does not list sub-codes explicitly for 3007, the global HS system subdivides this heading as follows (for illustrative purposes):
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3007.10 | Vaccines for human medicine | Includes vaccines against viral and bacterial diseases for human use. |
3007.10.0000 |
Human vaccines, liquid or freeze-dried | |
| 3007.20 | Vaccines for veterinary medicine | Vaccines intended for animals, including livestock and pets. |
3007.20.0000 |
Veterinary vaccines, liquid or freeze-dried | |
| 3007.30 | Toxins, cultures of microorganisms and similar products | Includes purified bacterial toxins, virus cultures, fungi cultures used in diagnostics, research, or therapy. |
3007.30.0000 |
Microorganism cultures, toxins and related biologicals | |
| 3007.90 | Other products of heading 3007 | Miscellaneous biological products not elsewhere specified. |
3007.90.0000 |
Other vaccines, toxins, and cultures |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To prevent misclassification, note the following exclusions:
- Medicaments containing vaccines or toxins: Finished pharmaceutical products combining vaccines with other medicinal substances may be classified under other headings in Chapter 30.
- Yeast cultures: Excluded from this heading; covered under heading 2102.
- Blood and blood fractions: Human blood and its components are classified under heading 3002.
- Diagnostic reagents and kits: If not containing live or inactivated microorganisms as specified, may fall under heading 3822 or others.
Notes
- Regulatory Oversight: Importation of vaccines and biological products is strictly regulated by agencies such as the FDA and USDA in the United States, requiring proper licensing, permits, and adherence to biological safety standards.
- Storage and Handling: These products often require cold chain logistics to maintain efficacy, with specific temperature control during transport and storage.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates vary and often depend on the specific 10-digit code and the intended use (human or veterinary). Many vaccines benefit from preferential trade agreements or exemptions.
- Documentation: Import declarations typically require certificates of analysis, health certificates, and proof of compliance with safety regulations.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of freeze-dried veterinary rabies vaccines.US HTS Code:
3007.20.0000(Veterinary vaccines, liquid or freeze-dried)Unit of Quantity: Milliliter (mL) or vial
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Often duty-free or low duty under specific trade programs)
Additional Requirements: FDA and USDA permits, import licenses, cold chain certification.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 3002: Human blood; animal blood prepared for therapeutic use.
- HTS 2102: Yeasts, other than for brewing or baking.
- HTS 3822: Diagnostic or laboratory reagents not elsewhere specified.
- HTS 3006: Pharmaceutical goods containing vitamins or other products.
