Glucagon (Recombinant)
Glucagon, whether produced recombinantly or synthetically, is a polypeptide hormone used primarily to treat severe hypoglycemia. As a hormone used primarily for its hormonal effect, it is classified under tariff item 2937.19.00, which covers other polypeptide hormones and their derivatives.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If glucagon is considered a pancreatic hormone
Specific subheadings for pancreatic hormones may apply.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Import glucagon in bulk form to qualify for this tariff item; retail packs may fall under other headings
• Ensure compliance with Health Canada regulations for therapeutic products
• Keep records of the manufacturing process to confirm the product's hormone nature
Related Products under Tariff item 2937.19.00
Desmopressin Acetate
Desmopressin acetate is a synthetic analogue of vasopressin, a polypeptide hormone, used primarily for its hormonal effects in treating diabetes insipidus and nocturnal enuresis. As a structural analogue of a polypeptide hormone, it falls under tariff item 2937.19.00, which covers other hormones and their derivatives.
Enfuvirtide (Synthetic Peptide Hormone Analogue)
Enfuvirtide is a synthetic polypeptide that functions as a structural analogue of natural peptide hormones, though its primary use is as an antiviral HIV entry inhibitor. Since it is not used primarily as a hormone, it may not fall under this heading; however, if imported as a hormone analogue for research or intermediate use, it could be classified here.
Pramlintide Acetate
Pramlintide acetate is a synthetic analogue of amylin, a polypeptide hormone co-secreted with insulin, used primarily as an adjunct in diabetes treatment. As a structural analogue of a polypeptide hormone used primarily for hormonal effects, it falls under tariff item 2937.19.00.
Recombinant Human Growth Hormone (Somatropin)
Recombinant human growth hormone (somatropin) is a protein hormone structurally identical to the natural hormone, used primarily to treat growth disorders. As a protein hormone used primarily for its hormonal effect, it is classified under tariff item 2937.19.00.
Recombinant Human Insulin (Bulk)
Recombinant human insulin is a protein hormone produced through biotechnology, used primarily for diabetes management. As a protein hormone used primarily for its hormonal effect, it falls under tariff item 2937.19.00 when imported in bulk form.
Secretin (Synthetic)
Secretin is a gastrointestinal polypeptide hormone used primarily for diagnostic purposes, available in synthetic form. As a polypeptide hormone used primarily for its hormonal effect, it is classified under tariff item 2937.19.00.