complementary health products trade net_industry briefing_2014

1All Rights Reserved Health Sciences Authority |

Complementary Health Products Branch

Health Products Regulation Group

Health Sciences Authority

1 & 3 April 2014


Scope

• Brief Introduction & Background

• Product Codes for CHP TradeNet®

• Declaration Process using CHP TradeNet®


IntroductionIntroduction

TradeNet® System:

• Nationwide Electronic Trade Documentation

System to facilitate the trading community in

exchanging of structured trade documents and

information electronically

• Administered by Singapore Customs

• Implemented from 1 Jan 1989


Declaration & Cargo Clearance ProcessSubmission

of declarationTradeNet®

Controlled goods?

Declaring Agent

NoApproval/Clearance/ Rejection

Yes

CAs

Cargo Clearance

Importer’s warehouse

Clearance Info

Payment of Duty/GST

Deduction message

Banks

Permit Info

Approval/Clearance/ Rejection

Approval/Clearance/ Rejection


Current TradeNet® Process for HSA

Currently HSA has 3 different channels for

import clearance:

Name of CA Products

HPR Western drugs, Poisons, Complementary

Health Products

CCU Cosmetic Products

MDB Medical Devices


TradeNet® Process for HSA (wef 1 Jun 2014)

HSA will have 4 different channels for import clearance:

Name of CA Products

HPR Western drugs, Poisons

CCU Cosmetic Products

MDB Medical Devices

CHP Complementary Health Products (CHP)

Aim: To facilitate clearance and issuance of cargo clearance permit of CHP imported into Singapore


Products to be declared under CHP CA

• Chinese proprietary medicines (CPM)

• Traditional medicines

• Health supplements

• Homoeopathic medicines

• Traditional medicinal materials

• Medicated oils and balms

• Medicated plaster

• Medicated beverages


CHP TRADENET® PRODUCT

CATEGORIES


General Description of Product Categories

• Chinese Proprietary Medicines – Medicinal products used in the system of therapeutics according to the

traditional Chinese method, that is to say, any medicinal product —

a) which has been manufactured into a finished product;

b) which contains one or more active substances derived wholly from any

plant, animal or mineral, or any combination thereof; and

c) which is, or all of the active substances of which are, described in the

current edition of “A Dictionary of Chinese Pharmacy” <<中药大辞典>> or

“The Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica” <<本草纲目>>,

but does not include —

i. any medicinal product to be administered by injection into a human body;

or

ii. any medicinal product which contains as an active substance any chemically-

defined isolated constituent of any plant, animal or mineral, or any

combination thereof;

– Product imported local sale, supply and distribution or for local assembly for local

sale and distribution should be listed with HSA and importer is a licensed CPM

importer.



• Traditional Medicines

– Medicinal products containing one or more substances derived from

natural sources (e.g. plants) in finished dosage forms and are used

according to traditional Malay medicine, Jamu or traditional Indian

medicine (e.g. Ayurveda, Unani)

• Health Supplements

– Products that are used to supplement a diet, with benefits beyond those

of normal nutrients, to support or maintain healthy body functions

(contain vitamins, minerals, amino acids, plant/botanical extracts)

presented in small unit doses i.e. capsules, tablets, softgels, syrups, etc.



• Homoeopathic Medicines

– Medicinal products containing ingredients documented in established

homoeopathic references and are used according to the principles of

homoeopathic medicine.

• Traditional medicinal materials

– Medicinal materials from plants, animals, or minerals in their natural

states or have undergone simple processing such as cutting, drying or

grinding. Traditional medicinal materials includes materials as those

used in traditional Chinese medicine, traditional Indian medicine,

traditional Malay medicine or herbal medicines in other countries.



• Medicated oil and balms & medicated plasters– Medicated oil and balms are external medicated embrocation,

medicated cream, ointment or inhalant —

a) which is used mainly for soothing purposes; and

b) which contains one or more of the following substances as an active

ingredient or as active ingredients:

any essential oil; any fixed oil derived from a plant; methyl salicylate;

menthol; camphor; peppermint;

– Medicated plasters - Medicinal products containing active traditional

medicinal materials on adhesive material to be applied to the skin.

• Medicated beverages

– Medicinal products in liquid form containing active traditional medicinal

materials that is consumed and presented as a beverage


Intended Purpose of Import • For local sale and supply – Products intended for sale, supply or

distribution in Singapore

• For re-export – Products imported are for subsequent re-exporting to

another country/destination and not for local sale, supply or distribution

• For personal import – Products imported for personal use only and not for

sale, supply and distribution. Usually less than 3 months supply.

• For local manufacturing/assembly/re-packing – Raw materials or bulk products manufactured in another country and imported into Singapore for

manufacturing purpose or for further processing or assembly (e.g.

packaging into bottles).

• For other purposes (not for local sale and supply, re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-packing, and personal consumption) – For

purposes other than local sale and supply, re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-packing, and personal import


CHP TRADENET® PRODUCT CODES


CHP Product CodesProduct Code Product Code Description

For local sale and supply

HSACHD01000 Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM), in finished dosage forms, for local sale and supply. Product is listed with HSA.

HSACHD02000 Traditional medicines, in finished dosage forms, for local sale and supply.

HSACHD03000 Health supplements, in finished dosage forms, for local sale and supply.

HSACHD04000 Homoeopathic medicines, in finished dosage forms, for local sale and supply.

HSACHD05000 Traditional medicinal materials for local sale and supply.

HSACHD06000 Medicated oil and balm, medicated plasters or medicated beverages for local sale and supply.

For re-export only

HSACHR01000 Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM), in finished dosage forms, for import for re-export only.

HSACHR02000 Traditional medicines, in finished dosage forms, for import for re-export only.

HSACHR03000 Health supplements, in finished dosage forms, for import for re-export only.

HSACHR04000 Homoeopathic medicines, in finished dosage forms, for import for re-export only.

HSACHR05000 Traditional medicinal materials for the purpose of import for re-export only.

HSACHR06000 Medicated oil and balm, medicated plasters or medicated beverages for import for re-export only.


Product Code Product Code Description

For personal import

HSACHP01000 Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM), in finished dosage forms, for personal use only.

HSACHP02000 Traditional medicines, in finished dosage forms, for personal use only.

HSACHP03000 Health supplements, in finished dosage forms, for personal use only.

HSACHP04000 Homoeopathic Medicines, in finished dosage forms, for personal use only.

HSACHP05000 Traditional medicinal materials for personal use only.

HSACHP06000 Medicated oil and balm, medicated plasters or medicated beverages for personal use only.

For local manufacturing/assembly/re-packing

HSACHG01000 Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM), listed with HSA, in finished dosage forms, for assembly/re-

packing only for local sale and supply. Product should be listed with HSA.

HSACHG02000 Traditional medicines, in finished dosage forms, for assembly/re-packing.

HSACHG03000 Health supplements, in finished dosage forms, for assembly/re-packing.

HSACHG04000 Homeopathic medicines, in finished dosage forms, for assembly/re-packing.

HSACHG05000 Traditional medicinal materials for local manufacturing, assembly/re-packing.

HSACHG06000 Medicated oil and balm, medicated plasters or medicated beverages for assembly/re-packing.

CHP Product Codes


Product Code Product Code Description

For other purposes (not for local sale and supply, re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-packing, and personal

import)

HSACHM01000 Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM), in finished dosage forms, for other purposes (not for local

sale and supply, re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-packing, or personal import).

HSACHM02000 Traditional medicines, in finished dosage forms, for other purposes (not for local sale and supply,

re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-packing, or personal import).

HSACHM03000 Health supplements, in finished dosage forms, for other purposes (not for local sale and supply,

re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-packing, or personal import).

HSACHM04000 Homeopathic medicines, in finished dosage forms, for other purposes (not for local sale and

supply, re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-packing, or personal import).

HSACHM05000 Traditional medicinal materials for other purposes (not for local sale and supply, re-export,

manufacture/assembly/re-packing, or personal import).

HSACHM06000 Medicated oil and balm, medicated plasters or medicated beverages for other purposes (not for

local sale and supply, re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-packing or personal import).

CHP Product Codes


Examples of Products with

HS codes and Product codes

Examples of Products with



Examples of Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM)

with


Examples of Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM)

with



Imported for: Local Distribution

HS Code – 3004.90.98;

*Product code – HSACHD01000

CordycepsMycelia Capsules虫草菌丝体胶囊

60 CAPSULES 胶囊

Cordyceps is a highly

valued tonic which has

been used to fortify the

lungs and kidneys, and to

increase physical

strength.冬虫夏草一直被视为珍贵的补品，功能补肾益肺，强进人体活力Recommended dosing / 建议服量: Take 2

capsules daily.每日两粒.

Caution: Pregnant woman and children

should consult a physican before use.

No known side effects.注意：孕妇及儿童请咨询医师才可服用。无已知副作用。Ingredients: 100% Cordyceps

mycelia fermentative powder成分：100%发酵虫草菌粉Allowed for sale as a Chinese

Proprietary Medicine based

on information submitted to

the Authority. Consumer

discretion is advised. 根据向当局提呈的资料允许作为中成药销售。谨慎选用。

ZY

中中中中

药药药药

Exp Date/有效日期: 06.2014

Lot No./批号: 123A2014

*Note:

� The product codes apply to CPMs listed with the

HSA for local sale/supply.

� CPM listing number will be required for the

declaration.


Imported for: Assembly/re-packing

only for local distribution

HS Code – 3004.90.98;

*Product code – HSACHG01000

*Note:

� The product codes apply to CPMs listed with the

HSA for local sale/supply.

� CPM listing number will be required for the

declaration.

GINSENG TONIC Standardised triple ginseng roots

100 Caplets

Dietary Supplement. Herbal Tonic.

Directions:

One to two tablets per day.

Main Ingredients: Panax ginsengPanax quinquefoliumEleutherococcus senticosus

Exp Date: 2015 Dec

B/N: 12.12.12

No sugar. No starch. No

artifical colors.

No flavors. No wheat.

No gluten. No soy.

No dairy. Yeast free.

Store in a cool, dry

place.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF

CHILDREN.


Examples of Traditional Medicines with


Examples of Traditional Medicines with




HS Code – 3004.90.98;

Product code – HSACHD02000

DIRECTIONS:

Take 1 capsule every morning

before food is recommended.

The daily dosage maybe

increased or reduced according

to personal need.

Batch No. / Expiry Date:

01/03/2016

Each Capsule Contains:

Eurycommae Radix Extract……500mg

30 Capsules@500mg ea.

Store in cool dry place.

Made in Indonesia for

AB Herbs Distributors

333 KK Road

Singapore 009900

Tel: 61234567

AB Herbs Jamu

Tongkat Ali



HS Code – 3004.90.59;


Indications:

Cough and sore throat

DIRECTIONS:

1 lozenge 3 to 4 times a day or as

directed by physician.

Ingredients

Glycyrrhiza glabra 80mg, Emblicaofficinalis 20mg, Zingiberofficinale 10mg, Mentha arvensis5mg, liquid glucose base q.s.

5 strips of 4 lozenges each.

Mfg Lic. No.

Batch No.

Expiry Date

Store in a cool dry place, away

from sunlight and heat.

Imported and distributed by:

123 Trad Pte Ltd

21 XXX Avenue

Singapore 001111

Tel: 68899992

Ayurvedic Cough

Plus

Raspberry Flavour


Examples of Homeopathic Medicines with


Examples of Homeopathic Medicines with




HS Code – 3004.90.99;


Manufactured by:

HOMEOPATHY MFR (INDIA)

Email: [email protected]

Customer service:

01-011-234565

Expiry Date:

05.10.2016

Zincum Met

200 C

Liquid dilution

Homoeopathic Medicine

Directions:

As directed by physician.

Indications:

As advised by physician.

Net 100ml


Imported for: Personal Consumption only

HS Code – 3004.90.98;

Product code – HSACHP04000

Homoeopathic Product

Store under 30oC.

No known drug

interaction and non-

drowsy.

Imported by-

AA and Co.

5 AA Street

Singapore XXXXXX

Contains 32 tablets

SPORTS

RELIEF

DirectionsDirectionsDirectionsDirections

Age Dose

Adults Chew one tablet

after sport activity.

Can be used with

other types of

medication.


Examples of Health Supplements with


Examples of Health Supplements with




HS Code – 2106.90.70;


ABC

Glucosamine &

Hyaluronic AcidMaintains healthy cartilage

and joints

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

Act as a dietary supplement,

take 12 tablets daily, to be

swallowed slow with water.

CAUTION:

Not suitable for children under

12 years of age.

STORAGE INSTRUCTION:

Store in a cool, dry place

ABC Pte Ltd

123 XYZ Road

Singapore XXXXXX

EXP: 01/01/2015

Serving

Size

12

tablets

(3.6g)

Serving

per

container

30

days

Supplemental Facts

Amount Per serving

Glucosamine

Hydrochloride

2000 mg

Hyaluronic acid 10 mg

Other ingredients:

Lactose, Cellulose, Calcium Stearate, Silicon

Dioxide


Imported for: Personal Consumption only

HS Code – 3004.50.91;

Product code – HSACHP03000

A&B

Pure Vitamin C Powder

Immune System Support

Food Supplement

DIRECTIONS: Take ¼ to ½

teaspoonful of powder daily,

mixed in water, preferably with

a meal.

Nutritional Information

Each ½ teaspoonful of Vitamin C

Powder Contains:

% RDA

Vitamin C 2,500mg 3,125%

Ingredients: Vitamin C Powder

(as Ascorbic Acid)

Food supplements must not

be used as a substitute for a

varied and balanced diet

and a healthy lifestyle. Keep

out of reach of children.

Store in cool, dry place. Do

not use it peel under cap is

broken or missing.

A&B

3 AB Road

Singapore XXXXXX


Imported for: Assembly/re-packing for local

distribution

HS Code – 1504.10.90;

Product code – HSACHG03000

AA COD LIVER OIL

ORANGE FLAVOR

Natural Source of Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Dietary Supplement

250ml

Supplement Facts

Suggested Serving Size 2 ml

Servings Per Container (118)

Amount per Serving %Daily Value

Calories 20

Total fat 2g 3%

Cholesterol 5mg 2%

Ingredients: Fermented Cod

Liver oil, organic orange oil,

organic lemon oil.

Natural Cod liver oil provides

a variety of natural Vitamins

A and D along with other

nutrients.

May become cloudy or

solidify when refrigerated.

Store in refrigerator or dark,

cool place

AA and Co.

5 AA Street

Singapore XXXXXX


Product Classification

• For the purpose of import clearance, companies may determine the classification and product codes without checking with HSA

• HSA TradeNet® officers may request additional information and re-classify products if deemed necessary

• Companies may obtain HSA advice on product classification of CHP by submitting an enquiry to CHPB at least one month before import. Please refer to the link below to access the enquiry form.

• Cargo-clearance permit does not amount to an approval or issuance of permit/licence from the HSA

http://www.hsa.gov.sg/publish/etc/medialib/hsa_library/health_products_regulation/

crm.Par.90932.File.tmp/Product%20Enquiry%20eForm.pdf


TradeNet® Declaration Process for CHPTradeNet® Declaration Process for CHP


Update on TradeNet® Declaration for CHPs

• There are 4 products to be declared:

– ABC Vitamin C Tablet (60/box, 100 box)

– My Daily Complex Capsules (90/box, 100 box)

– Almighty Xian Dan Capsules (90/box, 100 box)

• CPM product listing no. 100123

– ABCDrug 10mg Tablet (30/box, 10 box)

• Product registration no. SIN12345P

Example…



Current Practice

Company has Poisons Licence for the import of

ABCDrug, and CPM Import Licence for importing

Almighty Xian Dan

S/N Licence No Licence Type

1 POFA1300001

2 CPMI0099



Current Practice

S/N Item Description HS Quantity /

UOM

HS Code

1 ABC VITAMIN C 60

TAB/BOX

100 BOX 30045091

2 MY DAILY COMPLEX 90

CAP/BOX

5 KGM 21069070

3 ALMIGHTY XIAN DAN 90

CAP/BOX (CPM NO.

100123)

100 BOX 30049098

4 ABCDRUG 10MG

30TAB/BOX (SIN12345P)

10 BOX 30042091



Current Practice

S/N Product Code Quantity / UOM

3 HSAPROCOD 100 BOX

S/N CA/SC Code 1 CA/SC Code 2 CA/SC Code 3

3



• CHP to be declared separately from other products

• Use new set of product codes

• Use ‘KGM’ as product UOM (within the product code)

• For CPM, indicate import licence in ‘Licence Field’, and product listing no. in ‘CA/SC Code 1’

From 1 June 2014



• The same 4 products to be declared:

– ABC Vitamin C Tablet (60/box, 100 box)

– My Daily Complex Capsules (90/box, 100 box)

– Almighty Xian Dan Capsules (90/box, 100 box)

• CPM product listing no. 100123

– ABCDrug 10mg Tablet (30/box, 10 box)

• Product registration no. SIN12345P

From 1 June 2014



From 1 June 2014

S/N Licence No Licence Type

1 CPMI0099

No need to indicate Poisons licence since ABCDrug will be declared separately



From 1 June 2014

Western medications to be declared separately from complementary health products

S/N Item Description HS Quantity /

UOM

HS Code

1 ABC VITAMIN C 60

TAB/BOX

100 BOX 30045091

2 MY DAILY COMPLEX 90

CAP/BOX

5 KGM 21069070

3 ALMIGHTY XIAN DAN 90

CAP/BOX

100 BOX 30049098



From 1 June 2014

S/N Product Code Quantity / UOM

3 HSACHD01000 10 KGM

Change of

product code

KGM for product UOM (for all CHPs)

S/N CA/SC Code 1 CA/SC Code 2 CA/SC Code 3

3 100123

CPM product listing no. in CA/SC Code 1



1. CPM import licence in Licence field

2. Every product on separate Item S/N

3. FULL product name in Item Description

4. New set of product codes

5. Use ‘KGM’ as product UOM for all CHPs (HS

UOM Remains unchanged)

6. For CPM, indicate the CPM listing no. in CA/SC Code 1

7. Non-CHPs are to be declared in separate permits (e.g. medical devices, western medicines, APIs)


Contact points for enquiries

• For information on CHP product codes, please check with HSA TradeNet® :

– Email: [email protected]

– Tel: 6866 3449/3432

• For CHP product classification and purpose of import, please check with respective importer

• For information on HS codes, please contact Singapore Customs:

– Email: [email protected]

– Tel: 6355 2000


THANK YOU FOR YOUR KIND ATTENTION

1

HS Code Product Code Product Code Description

09030000 HSACHD03000 Health supplements, in finished dosage forms, for local sale and supply.



HSACHM03000

Health supplements, in finished dosage forms, for other purposes (not for local sale and supply, re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-

packing, or personal import).


12112010 HSACHD01000 Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM), in finished dosage forms, for local sale and supply. Product should be listed with HSA.



HSACHM01000

Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM), in finished dosage forms, for other purposes (not for local sale and supply, re-export,


HSACHG01000

Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM), listed with HSA, in finished dosage forms, for assembly/re-packing only for local sale and supply.

Product should be listed with HSA.




HSACHM01000



HSACHG01000










HSACHR05000 Traditional medicinal materials for import for re-export only.





2


12119014 HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000

Traditional medicines, in finished dosage forms, for other purposes (not for local sale and supply, re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-


HSACHM03000



HSACHM05000

Traditional medicinal materials for other purposes (not for local sale and supply, re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-packing, or personal

import).

HSACHG01000


















HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000



HSACHM03000



HSACHM05000


import).

3


12119019 HSACHG01000









HSACHM03000







HSACHM03000







HSACHM03000







HSACHM03000







4


21069070 HSACHR01000 Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM), in finished dosage forms, for import for re-export only.






HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000



HSACHM03000



HSACHG01000








HSACHM01000



HSACHG01000












5


22029030 HSACHM01000 Chinese Proprietary Medicines (CPM), in finished dosage forms, for other purposes (not for local sale and supply, re-export,


HSACHM02000



HSACHM03000



HSACHG01000








HSACHM03000




22089010 HSACHD02000 Traditional medicines, in finished dosage forms, for local sale and supply.



HSACHR06000 Medicated oil and balm, medicated plasters or medicated beverages for re-export only.



HSACHM02000



HSACHM06000

Medicated oil and balm, medicated plasters or medicated beverages for other purposes (not for local sale and supply, re-export,




22089020 HSACHD02000 Traditional medicines, in finished dosage forms, for local sale and supply.




6


22089020 HSACHP02000 Traditional medicines, in finished dosage forms, for personal use only.


HSACHM02000



HSACHM06000










HSACHP04000 Homoeopathic medicines, in finished dosage forms, for personal use only.

HSACHM01000



HSACHM04000

Homeopathic medicines, in finished dosage forms, for other purposes (not for local sale and supply, re-export, manufacture/assembly/re-


HSACHG01000










HSACHM01000



HSACHM04000



7


30019000 HSACHG01000




30039000 HSACHD05000 Traditional medicinal materials for local sale and supply.



HSACHM05000


import).





HSACHM03000







HSACHM03000







HSACHM03000







HSACHM03000



8


30045099 HSACHG03000 Health supplements, in finished dosage forms, for assembly/re-packing.













HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000



HSACHM04000



HSACHM06000


manufacture/assembly/re-packing or personal import).

HSACHG01000












9


30049059 HSACHR04000 Homoeopathic medicines, in finished dosage forms, for import for re-export only.






HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000



HSACHM04000



HSACHM06000



HSACHG01000















HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000



10


30049063 HSACHM04000



HSACHG01000














HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000



HSACHM04000



HSACHG01000












11


30049098 HSACHR03000 Health supplements, in finished dosage forms, for import for re-export only.








HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000



HSACHM03000



HSACHM04000



HSACHM06000



HSACHG01000















12


30049099 HSACHR04000 Homoeopathic medicines, in finished dosage forms, for import for re-export only.







HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000



HSACHM03000



HSACHM04000



HSACHM06000



HSACHG01000
















13


30051010 HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000



HSACHM03000



HSACHG01000














HSACHM01000



HSACHM02000



HSACHM04000



HSACHG01000





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