2941 — Antibiotics

Plain-language overview

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

import antibiotics · HS code for penicillin · antibiotics classification · streptomycin import code · tetracycline shipping · chloramphenicol regulations · erythromycin HS code · n.e.c. antibiotics · antibiotic import duties · pharmaceutical import codes

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

• Penicillin G for injection (HS-6 294110)
• Streptomycin sulfate for veterinary use (HS-6 294120)
• Doxycycline hyclate tablets (HS-6 294130)
• Chloramphenicol for topical use (HS-6 294140)
• Erythromycin estolate capsules (HS-6 294150)
• Other antibiotics not elsewhere classified (HS-6 294190)

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

• What is the HS code for penicillin?
• How to classify streptomycin for import?
• What are the duties for importing tetracyclines?
• Which HS code for chloramphenicol?
• How to determine the right antibiotic subheading?
• What does n.e.c. mean in HS codes?

Related topics

Longer phrases that come up when you're comparing codes or talking to a broker.

• how to classify antibiotics for import
• HS codes for different types of antibiotics
• importing penicillin and its derivatives
• regulations for importing streptomycin
• duty rates for tetracycline antibiotics
• choosing the right HS code for chloramphenicol
• understanding n.e.c. in antibiotic classifications
• guidelines for importing erythromycin products

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What is the difference between HS-6 294110 and HS-6 294120?

HS-6 294110 covers penicillins and their derivatives, while HS-6 294120 is specifically for streptomycins and their derivatives.

How do I know which HS code to use for my antibiotic?

Identify the specific type of antibiotic you are importing. Each subheading under HS-4 2941 corresponds to a different antibiotic class.

What does n.e.c. mean in HS-6 294190?

N.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified', which is used for antibiotics that do not fit into the specified categories of the other subheadings.

Are there any special regulations for importing antibiotics?

Yes, antibiotics may be subject to specific import regulations, including licensing and documentation requirements. Check with your country's customs authority.

What are the import duties for erythromycin?

Import duties can vary based on the specific HS code and the country of origin. Consult the tariff schedule for your country to determine the applicable rates.

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