Carboprost Tromethamine from United States
Carboprost tromethamine is a synthetic analogue of prostaglandin F2α, used to control postpartum hemorrhage. It is a salt of a prostaglandin derivative, and per Chapter 29 rules, inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified with the parent organic compound. Therefore, it falls under tariff item 2937.50.00 as a prostaglandin derivative with hormonal activity.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the carboprost tromethamine is not pre-packaged as a ready-to-use injection, which would classify under Chapter 30
• Provide the certificate of analysis and structural formula to the CBSA to confirm it is a prostaglandin derivative
• Confirm whether the product requires a veterinary or human drug licence depending on its intended use