Cortisone Acetate Micronized Powder
Cortisone acetate micronized powder is a synthetic ester derivative of cortisone, a steroidal hormone. It is used primarily as a glucocorticoid in the manufacture of injectable suspensions. Under the Customs Tariff, esters of acid-function organic compounds are classified with the parent compound, cortisone, which is specifically enumerated in this tariff item.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If packaged in measured doses or for retail sale
Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones for therapeutic use are classified in heading 30.04.
If the ester is not derived from cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone, or prednisolone
Other steroidal hormones and their derivatives not specifically named fall under this residual item.
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Related Products under Tariff item 2937.21.00
Cortisone Acetate Powder
Cortisone acetate powder is a synthetic ester derivative of cortisone, a steroidal hormone. It is used primarily as a glucocorticoid for anti-inflammatory treatments. Under Chapter 29 ester classification rules, it is classified with the parent compound cortisone, which is specifically named in this tariff item.
Cortisone Hemisuccinate Sodium Salt
Cortisone hemisuccinate sodium salt is a water-soluble salt of a cortisone derivative, used primarily in injectable formulations. Per Chapter 29 notes, inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified with the parent organic compound. The parent compound, cortisone, is specifically named in this tariff item.
Cortisone USP Grade Crystals
Cortisone USP grade crystals are chemically defined cortisone, a steroidal hormone. They are used primarily for their glucocorticoid effects in compounding pharmacies and drug manufacturing. This tariff item specifically names cortisone, making this product classifiable here.
Hydrocortisone Acetate Micronized Powder
Hydrocortisone acetate micronized powder for veterinary use, a derivative of hydrocortisone used as a steroidal hormone in animal anti-inflammatory therapy. As a chemically defined organic compound, it falls under Chapter 29 and the tariff item for hydrocortisone derivatives.
Hydrocortisone API Micronized
Hydrocortisone API micronized is a chemically defined steroidal hormone, specifically named in this tariff item as hydrocortisone. It is used primarily as an active pharmaceutical ingredient in inhalation and injection formulations. The micronized form does not change its classification.
Hydrocortisone Base Pharmaceutical Grade
Hydrocortisone base pharmaceutical grade is a high-purity, chemically defined steroidal hormone. It is specifically named in this tariff item as hydrocortisone. It is used primarily for adrenal replacement therapy and as an intermediate in the synthesis of hormone derivatives.