HS Code 3002 — Human and Animal Blood, Vaccines, and Antisera

This code covers vital biological medical products including human and animal blood for therapeutic use, vaccines for both human and veterinary medicine, and immunological products like antisera and monoclonal antibodies.

What's included

Human vaccines
Veterinary vaccines
Antisera
Monoclonal antibodies
Diagnostic kits (biological)

What's excluded

Yeasts → use 2102 (Yeasts are classified as food preparations even if used in biotech.)

Common examples

Influenza vaccines
COVID-19 vaccines
Anti-venom for snake bites
Fetal Bovine Serum

Frequently asked questions

Do vaccines pay import duty?

Most countries apply 0% duty to vaccines to support public health, though local VAT/GST may still apply.

Trade & shipping notes

Typical duty range: 0%
Documentation: Import permits from national health authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA) are mandatory.
Typical shipping mode: Air
Top exporters: United States, Belgium, Germany, Ireland
Top importers: United States, Germany, China, United Kingdom

Key takeaway

Essential code for life-saving biologics, vaccines, and advanced biotech medicines.

Human and Animal Blood, Vaccines, and Antisera