Pharmacys Prescription 4.5 Oz Creamy Petroleum Jelly Cream
NDC Package 72197-049-04

11-digit billing NDC: 72197004904
Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Pharmacys Prescription 4.5 Oz Creamy Petroleum Jelly (white petrolatum) cream is uses:Temporarily protects minor: cuts, scrapes, burnsTemporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skinHelps protect from the drying effects of wind and cold weather. This formulation utilizes a cream delivery system. Marketed by American Consumer Products Corp., this product is identified by NDC 72197-049 and is authorized under FDA application M016.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
72197-049-04
Package Description
127.57 g in 1 TUBE
Product Code
72197-049
11-Digit Billing Format
72197004904

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Pharmacys Prescription 4.5 Oz Creamy Petroleum Jelly
Non-Proprietary Name
White Petrolatum
Substance Name
Petrolatum
Dosage Form
Cream - An emulsion, semisolid3 dosage form, usually containing > 20% water and volatiles5 and/or < 50% hydrocarbons, waxes, or polyols as the vehicle. This dosage form is generally for external application to the skin or mucous membranes.
Administration Route
Topical - Administration to a particular spot on the outer surface of the body. The E2B term TRANSMAMMARY is a subset of the term TOPICAL.
Active Ingredient(s)
PETROLATUM 30 g/100g
Usage Information
Uses:Temporarily protects minor: cuts, scrapes, burnsTemporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skinHelps protect from the drying effects of wind and cold weather

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
American Consumer Products Corp.
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M016
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
09-24-2026
Listing Expiration
12-31-2027
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 72197-049-04 identifies a specific commercial package of 127.57 g in 1 tube of Pharmacys Prescription 4.5 Oz Creamy Petroleum Jelly, a human over the counter drug labeled by American Consumer Products Corp.. This cream is formulated for topical use and contains petrolatum as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by American Consumer Products Corp. on September 24, 2026. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2027.

How is this American Consumer Products Corp. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 72197004904. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.

11-Digit Code Conversion

Billing payers usually require a 5-4-2 segment configuration. Below is the conversion from the 10-digit package format to the 11-digit billing format:

10-Digit Format (5-3-2)
72197-049-04
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
72197-0049-04

Note: The zero is added to the Product segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.