3004.49.00.10 - Cardiovascular medicaments

This HTS subheading, 3004.49.00.10, specifically covers cardiovascular medicaments. These are pharmaceutical preparations designed for the prevention, diagnosis, or treatment of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. This category encompasses a wide array of drugs, including those for managing hypertension, arrhythmias, heart failure, and other cardiovascular diseases, which are presented in measured doses or in retail packaging for direct use.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, it is important to note that 3004.49.00.10 is narrowly focused on cardiovascular applications. Sibling categories such as those affecting the central nervous system, dermatological agents, local anesthetics, or those impacting the eyes, ears, or respiratory system, cover distinct therapeutic areas. Therefore, classification within 3004.49.00.10 requires that the primary therapeutic or prophylactic use of the medicament be demonstrably for the cardiovascular system.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories for this specific code. The classification at this level is considered final. The preceding "Other" designations at higher levels within heading 3004.49 indicate that these medicaments contain alkaloids or their derivatives and are not specifically listed under more granular subheadings within this group, but their intended use for cardiovascular conditions is the defining characteristic for this particular classification.