Beraprost Sodium from United States
Beraprost sodium is a stable oral prostacyclin (PGI2) analogue used to treat peripheral arterial disease. As a salt of a prostaglandin structural analogue, it is classified under tariff item 2937.50.00, which covers prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, their derivatives and structural analogues. The sodium salt form follows the classification of the parent organic compound per Chapter 29 rules.
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Import Tips
• Confirm the beraprost sodium is not formulated into tablets or capsules for retail sale, which would move it to Chapter 30
• Provide the chemical structure and synthesis details to the CBSA to support classification as a prostaglandin analogue
• Check if a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act permit is needed, as some prostaglandin analogues are regulated