Antisera and other blood fractions
Human blood; animal blood prepared for therapeutic, prophylactic or diagnostic uses; antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products, whether or not modified or obtained by means of biotechnological processes; vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products; cell cultures, whether or not modified: > Antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products, whether or not modified or obtained by means of biotechnological processes: > Antisera and other blood fractions
Duty Rate (from China)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 3002.12.00
Human Anti-D Immunoglobulin
This is a blood fraction derived from human plasma containing antibodies against the D antigen on red blood cells, used prophylactically to prevent Rh incompatibility in pregnancies. It qualifies under HTS 3002.12.00 as an antiserum and blood fraction prepared for therapeutic or prophylactic use. The product is obtained through plasma fractionation and purification processes.
Human Immunoglobulin G (IgG) Intravenous
IVIG is a pooled blood fraction from human plasma containing primarily IgG antibodies, used therapeutically for immune deficiencies and autoimmune disorders. It is classified under HTS 3002.12.00 as other blood fractions prepared for therapeutic uses via biotechnological purification. This sterile, high-purity product replaces missing antibodies in patients.
Rabies Immune Globulin (Human)
This human-derived antiserum provides passive immunity against rabies virus post-exposure, consisting of purified IgG antibodies from vaccinated donors. Classified in HTS 3002.12.00 as antisera and blood fractions for prophylactic use. It is administered intramuscularly alongside vaccine for high-risk exposures.
Tetanus Immune Globulin (Human)
A human blood fraction containing high-titer antibodies against tetanus toxin, used for passive immunization in wound management. Falls under HTS 3002.12.00 as antisera prepared for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes. It is sterile and lyophilized for intramuscular injection.
Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin Intravenous (CMV-IGIV)
CMV-IGIV is a purified immunoglobulin fraction from human plasma of donors with high CMV antibody titers, used prophylactically in transplant patients. It is classified under HTS 3002.12.00 as other blood fractions for therapeutic use. The product prevents CMV infection through passive antibody transfer.
Hepatitis B Immune Globulin (HBIG)
HBIG is a human plasma-derived blood fraction rich in antibodies to hepatitis B surface antigen, used for post-exposure prophylaxis. Under HTS 3002.12.00 as antisera for therapeutic and prophylactic applications. It provides immediate protection in high-risk scenarios like needlestick injuries.
Botulism Antitoxin (Trivalent, Equine)
This equine-derived antiserum neutralizes botulinum neurotoxins A, B, and E, used therapeutically for botulism poisoning. Classified in HTS 3002.12.00 as antisera prepared for therapeutic uses, including animal blood sources. It is purified to reduce hypersensitivity risks.
Diphtheria Antitoxin (Equine)
Equine plasma-derived antiserum containing antibodies to diphtheria toxin, used for severe cases unresponsive to antibiotics. HTS 3002.12.00 covers this as other blood fractions for therapeutic use. It is sterile and intended for immediate passive immunization.