HS Code 3004.60 : Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale, Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
EN (Official WCO)
FR (Pending)
ES (Pending)
The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale, other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter is 3004.60. Under the 2026 Pakistan (FBR), the representative MFN general duty rate is 11% [Federal Board of Revenue (Pakistan)].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 30
Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale
Heading 3004
Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale
Subheading .60
.60
Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
United StatesUnited KingdomEuropean UnionCanadaMexicoChinaJapanIndiaAustraliaSouth KoreaGermanyBrazilTürkiyeChinese TaipeiVietnamThailandIndonesiaMalaysiaSingaporeSaudi ArabiaUnited Arab EmiratesSouth AfricaEgyptIsraelChileColombiaPeruPhilippinesPakistanNew ZealandNorwayNigeriaKenyaMoroccoArgentinaEcuadorBangladeshUkraineKazakhstanQatarKuwaitOmanJordanBahrainSri LankaTunisiaGhanaCôte d'IvoireGeorgiaCambodiaPanamaCosta RicaDominican Republic
Pakistan (Federal Board of Revenue - FBR)
3004.60
MODULE 5: PAKISTAN IMPORT DUTY & SALES TAX BREAKDOWN
Notice: Pakistan customs entry, PCT tariff classification, customs duties, Regulatory Duties (RD), and 18% Sales Tax are governed by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Always verify declarable lines with FBR prior to import.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
AGENCY-CONDITIONAL (PGA)
FDA Prior Notice / USDA Phytosanitary Cert
Rule-derived from verified PGA flag: Mandatory prior notice filing and health certificate.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
ACE PGA Message-Set Flags:
FDA (DRU): FDA Drug Establishment Registration & National Drug Code (NDC)
Official ACE program code: ACE/PGA [FDA 21 CFR 1.276].
MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)
China Section 301 Tariff Status
0% Additional Duty (Exempt)
Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status
Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)
EU CBAM Carbon Alert
Not in Scope
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
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| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| P | United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) | Free | Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules. |
| KR | U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) | Free | Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin. |
| AU | U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement | Free | Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA. |
| A / D | GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) | Free | 35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale, Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter
MODULE 11: Pakistan FBR Advance Classification Ruling
Legally binding classification rulings issued by Federal Board of Revenue for HS 3004.60.
Query official FBR portal:
Search FBR Pakistan Portal for 3004.60 →Pakistan FBR Customs Lines (3004.60)
National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Pakistan (FBR): coverage in progress.
Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 11%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Federal Board of Revenue (Pakistan)).
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 3004.10 | Subheading under Heading 3004 | Compare Subheading 3004.10 → |
| 3004.20 | Subheading under Heading 3004 | Compare Subheading 3004.20 → |
| 3004.31 | Subheading under Heading 3004 | Compare Subheading 3004.31 → |
| 3004.32 | Subheading under Heading 3004 | Compare Subheading 3004.32 → |
| 3004.39 | Subheading under Heading 3004 | Compare Subheading 3004.39 → |
| 3004.41 | Subheading under Heading 3004 | Compare Subheading 3004.41 → |
| 3004.42 | Subheading under Heading 3004 | Compare Subheading 3004.42 → |
| 3004.43 | Subheading under Heading 3004 | Compare Subheading 3004.43 → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
Federal Board of Revenue Pakistan (FBR) ↗
Official Pakistan Customs tariff schedule, 18% Sales Tax, and SAFTA rules.
FBR Advance Classification Ruling System ↗
Federal Board of Revenue binding advance classification rulings database.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale, Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale, Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter is classified under HS 3004.60 (Heading 3004, Chapter 30). The representative PK MFN general duty rate is 11%.
How is HS 3004.60 distinguished within Heading 3004 (Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale)?
Heading 3004 covers Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale. Subheading 3004.60 specifically isolates Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 3004.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 3004.60?
Related subheadings under Heading 3004 include 3004.10, 3004.20, 3004.31, 3004.32, 3004.39, 3004.41, 3004.42, 3004.43. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale, Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter?
Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.
Can goods under HS 3004.60 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale, Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter?
Commercial shipments of Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale, Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 3004.60?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.
What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 3004.60 in Pakistan?
Commercial imports of Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale, Other, containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter under HS 3004.60 into Pakistan are subject to 18% Sales Tax, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.
What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Pakistan?
The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Pakistan is PKR 5,000 (~$18). Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.
Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Pakistan?
Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and FBR Advance Classification Ruling System for HS 3004.60 are administered by Federal Board of Revenue Pakistan (FBR).
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