UNSPSC 51242000: Combination keratolytics/caustics

This classification denotes combination drugs and preparations that a) soften, separate, and cause desquamation of the cornified epithelium layer of skin, or KERATOLYTICS, and so named because they contain keratin, constituient skin proteins; or b) combination drugs and preparations that constitute alkaline chemicals that destroy soft body tissues resulting in a deep, penetrating type of burn, called CAUSTICS, so named because they cause burns. collodion, Typical combination keratolytic/caustic constituents are lactic acid, phenol, podophyllin, propane, resorcinol, salicylic acid, sodium thiosulfate, sulfur, sulfurated potash, urea, and zinc oxide.

UNSPSC 51242000 Combination keratolytics/caustics is a Class code covering specialty pharmaceutical and medical chemical supplies, though recent state and local procurement activity under this code shows minimal alignment with its nominal scope. The City of Tampa Fire Rescue Department posted an ITB in April 2026 for medical aid supplies that included first aid items, antiseptic sprays, hydrogen peroxide, bandages, and pain relievers—products that fall outside the keratolytic and caustic focus the code nominally describes. The Tampa opportunity targets a $100,000 annual procurement with a mix of issuing bodies and set-asides; the city reserves the right to award by aggregate total or individual line items, with a one-year initial period and two optional one-year renewals. All medications must carry a minimum nine-month expiration date from acceptance.

Geographic activity under this code appears concentrated in Florida, based on the Tampa Fire Rescue posting dated April 24, 2026 (ITB 25P00157, due April 9, 2025). The Tampa procurement includes specific set-aside provisions for City-certified Small Local Business Enterprises and Underutilized Woman and Minority Owned Business Enterprises, offering 5% bid discounts (capped at $10,000 for SLBEs and $20,000 for U-WMBEs) and targeting businesses owned by African American, Hispanic, Asian, Native American, and women entrepreneurs. Bidders must submit electronically via the OpenGov eProcurement Portal and provide a Letter of Intent within ten work days of bid opening. No other recent state or local opportunities under this code appear in the current dataset.