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Gel Tablet

A gel tablet is a dosage form in which a medication is dispersed within a gelatinous matrix. These tablets are designed for various routes of administration, offering unique advantages in drug delivery.

Material

The primary component is gelatin, typically derived from animal collagen (though vegetarian/vegan alternatives exist using substances like agar or carrageenan). Other components include:

• Gelling agents: Contribute to the gel structure (e.g., gelatin, pectin, carrageenan, alginates).
• Plasticizers: Enhance flexibility and reduce brittleness (e.g., glycerol, sorbitol).
• Preservatives: Prevent microbial growth.
• Coloring and flavoring agents: Improve patient acceptance.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API): The medication itself.

Purpose

Gel tablets are utilized for a range of purposes, including:

• Oral administration: Soft gel capsules are a common form for oils and fat-soluble vitamins.
• Rectal administration: Suppositories utilize a gel matrix for localized drug delivery.
• Topical administration: For skin application, providing a soothing and protective effect.
• Vaginal administration: Similar to rectal suppositories, for localized treatment.

Function

The function of a gel tablet stems from the properties of the gel matrix:

• Controlled release: The gel can slowly dissolve, releasing the API over time.
• Improved bioavailability: The gel can enhance the solubility and absorption of poorly water-soluble drugs.
• Masking taste: The gel can encapsulate unpleasant-tasting medications.
• Lubrication: Provides ease of insertion for rectal or vaginal administration.
• Localized action: Delivers the drug directly to the site of action.

Usage Scenarios

• Vitamin and supplement delivery: Soft gel capsules are widely used for fish oil, vitamin E, and other fat-soluble nutrients.
• Pain relief: Rectal suppositories for fever or hemorrhoid treatment.
• Hormone therapy: Vaginal suppositories for localized hormone delivery.
• Anti-inflammatory treatment: Topical gels for localized pain and inflammation.
• Antifungal treatment: Vaginal suppositories for yeast infections.

Common Types

• Hard Gel Capsules: Typically used for dry, powdered medications. The shell is rigid.
• Soft Gel Capsules (Softgels): Contain liquid or semi-solid formulations. The shell is pliable and often contains plasticizers.
• Rectal Suppositories: Designed for insertion into the rectum, often torpedo-shaped.
• Vaginal Suppositories (Pessaries): Similar to rectal suppositories, for vaginal administration.
• Topical Gels: Applied to the skin for localized treatment. These often contain a polymer base to form the gel structure.

Gel tablets are medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, and are not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale. The following HS codes may be applicable:

• 3003900190: This HS code covers medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of two or more constituents which have been mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale: Other. This is a general category for mixed medicaments not in retail packaging.

  • 30: Chapter 30 refers to Pharmaceutical products.
  • 03: Heading 30.03 specifically covers medicaments consisting of two or more constituents.
  • 900190: Subheading 3003.90.01.90 denotes "Other" medicaments within this category.

• 3003900180: This HS code covers medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of two or more constituents which have been mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale: Other Anti-infective medicaments: Other. This is a more specific category for anti-infective medicaments not in retail packaging.

  • 30: Chapter 30 refers to Pharmaceutical products.
  • 03: Heading 30.03 specifically covers medicaments consisting of two or more constituents.
  • 900180: Subheading 3003.90.01.80 denotes "Other" anti-infective medicaments within this category.

Tax Information:

Both HS codes 3003900190 and 3003900180 currently have a base tariff of 0.0% and an additional tariff of 0.0%. However, a 30% additional tariff will be applied after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 30.0%.