UNSPSC 51241841: Calamine/pramoxine

This classification denotes a combination drug defined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in its (VA's) National Drug File (NDF), which falls under VA Drug Class DE900. This VA Drug Class (DE900) classifies this compound as belonging to the group DERMATOLOGICALS, TOPICAL OTHER.

UNSPSC 51241841 Calamine/pramoxine is a Commodity code that in practice spans a much broader range of over-the-counter medical and first aid supply items than its nominal name suggests. State and local procurement under this code encompasses antiseptic sprays, hydrogen peroxide, pain relievers, bandages, first aid kits, and emergency blankets sourced for municipal fire and rescue departments, as well as chemical treatment products for municipal water and wastewater operations. The issuing bodies include city fire departments and municipal utilities, with procurement activity driven by recurring operational needs for both emergency response supplies and infrastructure maintenance. Local and small-business preferences appear standard across jurisdictions, with set-asides or bid discounts for city-certified small local business enterprises and minority-owned or women-owned businesses ranging from 3% to 5%.

Recent opportunities show activity concentrated in Texas and Florida. The City of Austin's IFB 2200 CSH1061, posted July 27, 2026 with bids due August 25, 2026, sought 179,200 gallons annually of liquid aluminum sulfate for phosphorus removal at its wastewater treatment facility, requiring NSF approval, AWWA B403 compliance, and manufacturer or authorized dealer status with minimum inventory and distribution-facility commitments. The City of Tampa Fire Rescue Department's ITB 25-P-00157, posted April 24, 2026, procured 32 line items of medical aid supplies with estimated annual quantities ranging from 1 to 2,700 units, targeting a $100,000 departmental budget and offering 5% bid discounts capped at $10,000 for small local business enterprises and $20,000 for underutilized women and minority-owned businesses.