2941.40.00.00 - Chloramphenicol and its derivatives; salts thereof

This HTS category, 2941.40.00.00, encompasses Chloramphenicol, a broad-spectrum antibiotic, along with its chemically modified derivatives and any salts formed from these compounds. Chloramphenicol is characterized by its specific chemical structure and its potent bacteriostatic or bactericidal activity against a range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. The classification here is based on the chemical identity of the substance and its therapeutic application as an antibiotic.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While all fall under the umbrella of antibiotics within Chapter 29, 2941.40.00.00 is specifically for Chloramphenicol and its related compounds, differing from penicillins (2941.10), streptomycins (2941.20), tetracyclines (2941.30.00.00), and erythromycin (2941.50.00.00), each of which represent distinct chemical classes of antibiotics with unique structural features and mechanisms of action.

As a leaf node, 2941.40.00.00 does not have further subcategories for subdivision. Therefore, the focus for classification within this heading is on verifying that the imported substance is indeed Chloramphenicol or one of its direct chemical derivatives or salts. Common examples of derivatives that would fall here might include esters or other modifications designed to alter solubility or bioavailability, provided they retain the core Chloramphenicol structure and antibiotic function. Classification decisions will rely on chemical analysis and confirmation of the substance's identity.