HS Heading 3006 : Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 3006 encompasses pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter. It classifies 9 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 30 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 3006
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3006.10 | Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter, Sterile surgical catgut, similar sterile suture materials (including sterile absorbable surgical or dental yarns) and sterile tissue adhesives for surgical wound closure; sterile laminaria and sterile laminaria tents; sterile absorbable surgical or dental hemostatics; sterile surgical or dental adhesion barriers, whether or not absorbable | 30 | View 3006.10 Package → |
| 3006.30 | Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter, Opacifying preparations for X-ray examinations; diagnostic reagents designed to be administered to the patient | 30 | View 3006.30 Package → |
| 3006.40 | Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter, Dental cements and other dental fillings; bone reconstruction cements | 30 | View 3006.40 Package → |
| 3006.50 | Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter, First-aid boxes and kits | 30 | View 3006.50 Package → |
| 3006.60 | Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter, Chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 2937 or on spermicides | 30 | View 3006.60 Package → |
| 3006.70 | Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter, Gel preparations designed to be used in human or veterinary medicine as a lubricant for parts of the body for surgical operations or physical examinations or as a coupling agent between the body and medical instruments | 30 | View 3006.70 Package → |
| 3006.91 | Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter, Other, Appliances identifiable for ostomy use | 30 | View 3006.91 Package → |
| 3006.92 | Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter, Other, Waste pharmaceuticals | 30 | View 3006.92 Package → |
| 3006.93 | Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter, Other, Placebos and blinded (or double-blinded) clinical trial kits for a recognized clinical trial, put up in measured doses | 30 | View 3006.93 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 3006
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 3006 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 3006 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 3006 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 3006?
HS Heading 3006 covers Pharmaceutical goods specified in note 4 to this chapter, grouping 9 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 3006?
Subheadings under Heading 3006 range from 3006.11 to 3006.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 3006?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 3006 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 3006?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 3006?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 3006?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 3006 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 3006?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 3006?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 3006?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.