UNSPSC 51273919: Benzocaine/phenol/vitamin e/zinc oxide

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 DE700. This VA Drug Class (DE700) classifies this compound as belonging to the group LOCAL ANESTHETICS, TOPICAL.

UNSPSC 51273919 Benzocaine/phenol/vitamin e/zinc oxide is a Commodity code that in recent state and local solicitations covers pharmaceutical procurement ranging from emergency medical supplies (naloxone and drug deactivation systems) to generic multi-source pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter products distributed through established wholesaler networks. State and local issuing bodies soliciting under this code include county health departments, state health and human services commissions, and cooperative purchasing alliances spanning multiple states and municipalities. The work involves competitive bidding for pharmaceutical products with specific compliance requirements including FDA certification, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) compliance, Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) adherence, and maintenance of authorized wholesaler relationships.

Recent activity shows Seminole County, Florida issuing an IFB (IFB60459723LAS) on June 30, 2026 for annual procurement of 1,900 units of naloxone and 800 safe drug deactivation systems with quarterly deliveries due by July 26, 2023, and the Minnesota Multistate Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (MMCAP) issuing an RFP in January 2026 to establish multiple contracts for generic multi-source pharmaceuticals and OTC products effective July 1, 2026, with proposals due March 26, 2026. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission also posted an RFI in April 2026 seeking vendor capabilities for a Therapeutic Pharmacy Initiative Direct-to-Manufacturer Prescriptions program. Geographic activity centers on Florida, Texas, Minnesota, and Oregon, with MMCAP's cooperative structure extending participation across multiple state and local jurisdictions. Bidders must navigate electronic submission systems, maintain specific insurance coverage thresholds ($2 million to $5 million depending on line item), comply with E-Verify requirements, and accept performance penalties for non-compliance ranging from $200 to $1,500 per violation.