HTS US: 3034.XX.XXXX
Description
HTS Code 3034 encompasses medicaments that consist of mixed or unmixed products, intended for therapeutic or prophylactic uses. These products are generally presented in forms suitable for retail sale, such as powders, granules, tablets, capsules, or other pharmaceutical preparations. This heading includes a wide variety of medicinal formulations made by combining active ingredients with excipients or other substances to produce effective treatments.
The medicaments may be:
- Mixed products: Preparations composed of two or more active ingredients or combined with supplementary substances.
- Unmixed products: Single active ingredient products presented in pharmaceutical form.
The products covered under this heading are not limited to any specific therapeutic category but generally include all finished pharmaceutical products for human or veterinary use that are ready for retail sale.
Code Hierarchy
- Section VI: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries (Chapters 28-38)
- Chapter 30: Pharmaceutical Products
- Heading 3034: Medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
3034.XX.XXXX– The last digits define the exact pharmaceutical form and composition.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
Currently, there are no specific sub-codes available in the database for 3034, but in practice, the 10-digit codes under this heading specify the exact formulation, dosage form, and packaging details according to U.S. Customs classifications.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3034.XX.0000 | Medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up for retail sale | This general 10-digit classification covers a wide range of pharmaceutical formulations including tablets, capsules, powders, and granules ready for consumer use. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To ensure accurate classification, the following are excluded from heading 3034:
- Bulk pharmaceutical ingredients: Pure active substances or raw materials not formulated or packaged for retail sale fall under different headings (e.g., Chapter 29).
- Vaccines and sera: These are classified under Heading 3002.
- Human blood and immunological products: Covered under Heading 3002 and 3003.
- Homeopathic medicaments: These may be classified separately depending on composition and presentation.
- Medical devices and instruments: Not classified under pharmaceutical headings but under Chapter 90.
Notes
- Regulatory Compliance: Medicaments under this code must comply with FDA regulations regarding labeling, safety, and efficacy before importation.
- Tariff Rates: Duty rates on medicaments vary by formulation and country of origin; many are duty-free under trade agreements.
- Packaging Requirements: Products must be packaged and labeled for retail sale to qualify under this heading.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of tablets containing a combination of active pharmaceutical ingredients for therapeutic use.US HTS Code:
3034.XX.0000(Medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products, put up for retail sale)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg) or per unit (depending on packaging)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (often duty-free or low duty)
Additional Requirements: FDA approval and compliance with U.S. import regulations.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 3002: Human blood; animal blood prepared for therapeutic use; vaccines, toxins, cultures.
- HTS 3003: Medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together; medicinal chemicals.
- HTS 2901-2914: Organic chemicals used as pharmaceutical ingredients.
- HTS 9018: Instruments and appliances used in medical or veterinary sciences.
