HTS US: 3036.XX.XXXX
Description
The HTS code 3036 is dedicated to pharmaceutical products which include antibiotics as active ingredients. These products are primarily intended for medicinal use to treat or prevent bacterial infections in humans and animals. The classification encompasses a range of antibiotic-containing preparations, including but not limited to powders, granules, solutions, and other formulations suitable for administration.
Since there are no sub-codes found in the database for 3036, this heading broadly covers all antibiotic pharmaceutical products without further subdivision at the 6- or 10-digit level in the US HTS system.
Code Hierarchy
- Section VI:
- Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries (Chapters 28-38)
- Chapter 30: Pharmaceutical products
- Heading 3036: Pharmaceutical products containing antibiotics
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
3036.XX.XXXX– Applied to various antibiotic-based pharmaceutical formulations.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
Currently, no detailed subheadings or 10-digit codes are specified under the 3036 heading in the US HTS database, indicating a broad classification for all relevant antibiotic pharmaceutical products.
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Other pharmaceutical products: Preparations without antibiotics, such as analgesics or antivirals, are classified under different HTS codes within Chapter 30.
- Active antibiotic substances: Pure antibiotic substances may fall under chemical substance codes in Chapter 29 rather than finished pharmaceutical products.
- Non-pharmaceutical antibiotics: Antibiotic additives used for non-medicinal purposes (e.g., agriculture) may be classified elsewhere.
Notes
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Importation of pharmaceutical products containing antibiotics is subject to strict regulatory oversight by agencies such as the FDA and the DEA, including licensing and documentation requirements.
- Tariff and Duty Rates: Duty rates on pharmaceutical products vary and may be subject to exemptions or preferential trade agreements. Importers should verify current rates and classifications.
- Labeling and Documentation: Products must comply with labeling standards and be accompanied by required certificates such as Certificates of Analysis (COA) and Certificates of Free Sale.
Declaration Example
Product: Shipment of antibiotic powder for medicinal use.US HTS Code:
3036.00.0000(Pharmaceutical products containing antibiotics)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg) or as specified
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (may vary based on trade agreements)
Additional Requirements: FDA approval, import licenses, and compliance with pharmaceutical import regulations.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 3003:
- Medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together.
- HTS 3004: Medicaments containing hormones or steroids.
- HTS 2922: Other organic medicinal substances, including active pharmaceutical ingredients.
- HTS 3006: Pharmaceutical goods put up for retail sale.
