Smelling Salt Inhalant
NDC Package 87175-001-01

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Smelling Salt (ammonium carbonate) inhalants is to prevent or treat fainting. This formulation utilizes a inhalant delivery system. Marketed by Guangzhou Woxinghui Technology Co., Ltd., this product is identified by NDC 87175-001 and is authorized under FDA application M011.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
87175-001-01
Package Description
30 g in 1 BOTTLE
Product Code
87175-001
11-Digit Billing Format
87175000101
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Smelling Salt
Non-Proprietary Name
Ammonium Carbonate
Substance Name
Ammonium Carbonate
Dosage Form
Inhalant - A special class of inhalations consisting of a drug or combination of drugs, that by virtue of their high vapor pressure can be carried by an air current into the nasal passage where they exert their effect; the container from which the inhalant generally is administered is known as an inhaler.
Administration Route
Respiratory (inhalation) - Administration within the respiratory tract by inhaling orally or nasally for local or systemic effect.
Active Ingredient(s)
AMMONIUM CARBONATE 4.5 g/30g
Usage Information
To prevent or treat fainting.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Guangzhou Woxinghui Technology Co., Ltd.
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M011
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
10-23-2025
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

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Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 87175-001-01 identifies a specific commercial package of 30 g in 1 bottle of Smelling Salt, a human over the counter drug labeled by Guangzhou Woxinghui Technology Co., Ltd.. This inhalant is formulated for respiratory (inhalation) use and contains ammonium carbonate 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 Guangzhou Woxinghui Technology Co., Ltd. on October 23, 2025. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

How is this Guangzhou Woxinghui Technology Co., Ltd. product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 87175000101. 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)
87175-001-01
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
87175-0001-01

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