HTS Code: 3016 — Pharmaceutical Products Containing Vitamins or Other Products

Heading 3016 covers pharmaceutical products that contain vitamins or other products used in human or veterinary medicine. This includes a wide variety of preparations such as hormones, antibiotics, vitamins, and other medicinal substances presented in various forms.

• Pharmaceutical preparations containing vitamins or other products of heading 2936; these are often used as dietary supplements or therapeutic agents.
• Hormones, whether natural or synthetic; these products are used for treatment of hormonal imbalances or as part of medical therapies.
• Antibiotics and other medicinal substances; this includes preparations for treating bacterial infections and other diseases.
• Other pharmaceutical preparations; including products used in both human and veterinary medicine, often in forms such as tablets, capsules, powders, or injectables.

Products under this heading are typically subject to strict regulatory controls regarding their importation, labeling, and use.

Code Hierarchy

• Section VI: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries (Chapters 28-38)
• Chapter 30: Pharmaceutical Products
• Heading 3016: Pharmaceutical preparations containing vitamins or other products of heading 2936, hormones, antibiotics, and other medicinal products.
• US HTS Code (10-digit): 3016.XX.XXXX – The last digits specify the exact type and formulation of the pharmaceutical product.

Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings

Although no specific sub-codes are listed in the provided database for 3016, the general structure follows internationally recognized HS classifications. Typically, the 6-digit and 10-digit codes differentiate products by their active ingredients, form, and intended use.

What is NOT Classified Here?

To ensure correct classification, note the following exclusions:

• Medical devices and equipment; these fall under Chapter 90 or other relevant sections.
• Cosmetic products; classified under Chapter 33, not pharmaceutical preparations.
• Raw chemical substances; some raw vitamins or hormones not formulated into pharmaceuticals may be under Chapter 29.
• Herbal or traditional medicines; if not meeting criteria for pharmaceuticals, may be classified differently.

Notes

• Regulatory Compliance: Import and export of products under HTS 3016 require compliance with FDA regulations, including proper labeling, registration, and approval.
• Tariff Rates: Duty rates vary depending on the specific 10-digit code and product origin. Many pharmaceutical products benefit from reduced or zero tariffs under trade agreements.
• Documentation: Importers must provide certificates of analysis, safety data sheets, and other documentation as required by U.S. Customs and regulatory bodies.

Declaration Example

Product: Shipment of vitamin D3 pharmaceutical tablets from Germany.US HTS Code: 3016.10.2000 (Vitamin D and its derivatives)

Unit of Quantity: Count (number of tablets)

General Duty Rate: Consult current USHTS (Often duty-free or low duty under trade agreements)

Additional Requirements: FDA approval, labeling compliance, certificate of analysis.

Related HTS Codes

• HTS 2936: Vitamins and their derivatives (raw substances)
• HTS 3003: Medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses
• HTS 3004: Medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic/prophylactic uses in measured doses
• HTS 3824: Chemical preparations not elsewhere specified, including disinfectants and antiseptics