What this class covers
ANZSIC class 1842 categorises Australian businesses primarily engaged in manufacturing pharmaceutical and medicinal products specifically designed for veterinary use. This classification encompasses operations that produce drugs, medicines, vaccines, serums, and other therapeutic preparations intended for animal health care. Businesses in this class typically operate in regulated manufacturing environments and produce formulations that require approval from veterinary medicines authorities.
Examples of operations that fit this classification include manufacturers of prescription veterinary medicines, companies producing vaccines for livestock diseases, facilities creating antibiotics formulated for animal use, businesses developing hormonal treatments for veterinary applications, and operations manufacturing specialised medicinal preparations for companion animals. These businesses serve veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, livestock producers, and pet healthcare markets across Australia.
This classification is used by statistical agencies, government departments, and industry analysts to track the veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturing sector's performance, employment patterns, and economic contribution. Businesses may encounter this classification when completing Australian Business Register applications, tax returns, or industry surveys that require standardised industry coding.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses classified under ANZSIC 1842 typically engage in one or more of the following activities:
- Manufacturing veterinary drugs and medications including antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and pain management products for animals
- Producing vaccines and immunological products for prevention of animal diseases
- Developing and manufacturing medicinal chemicals and pharmaceutical compounds specifically formulated for veterinary use
- Creating serums and other biological products for animal healthcare applications
- Manufacturing other pharmaceutical preparations for veterinary purposes not elsewhere classified
Exclusions and nearby codes
This class specifically excludes certain related manufacturing activities that fall under different ANZSIC classifications:
Manufacturing pharmaceutical products for human use is excluded from this class and is classified under ANZSIC 1841 (Human Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Product Manufacturing). This distinction separates products intended for human consumption from those designed for animal treatment.
The production of animal dips, sprays, blowfly treatments, and other pesticidal products is excluded from this class and falls under ANZSIC 1832 (Pesticide Manufacturing). This exclusion separates medicinal products from pesticidal products that work through external application rather than internal medicinal action.
Businesses manufacturing both human and veterinary pharmaceuticals may need to report under multiple classifications depending on their primary activity and revenue distribution.
Practical guidance
When registering your business with the Australian Business Register, you may need to specify ANZSIC 1842 as your primary classification if veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturing represents your main activity. The Australian Taxation Office uses ANZSIC codes for statistical purposes and may apply them in certain compliance contexts.
For Business Activity Statements (BAS) and tax reporting, the corresponding Business Industry Code (BIC) 18420 aligns with this ANZSIC classification. Workers' compensation authorities and state regulators may use this classification to determine appropriate premium categories for manufacturing operations.
Businesses in this sector should be aware of specific regulatory requirements from the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) regarding product registration, manufacturing standards, and compliance. Certain industry grants or support programs may target businesses in specific ANZSIC classifications, making accurate classification important for eligibility assessment.
If your business operations span multiple related activities, consult the full ANZSIC classification guidelines or seek professional advice to ensure correct classification across all relevant business units.