Chlortetracycline Hydrochloride
Chlortetracycline hydrochloride is a chlorinated tetracycline salt used primarily in veterinary medicine to treat bacterial infections in livestock. As a salt of a tetracycline derivative, it falls squarely within tariff item 2941.30.00, which covers tetracyclines, their derivatives, and salts thereof.
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 the product is not a tetracycline derivative but another antibiotic
Other antibiotics not elsewhere specified fall under this residual heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is accompanied by a valid veterinary drug establishment licence if intended for animal use
• Declare the exact chemical name and CAS number to avoid classification disputes
• Verify whether a Drug Identification Number (DIN) is required for veterinary products
Related Products under Tariff item 2941.30.00
Demeclocycline Hydrochloride
Demeclocycline hydrochloride is a tetracycline derivative salt used to treat hyponatremia and certain bacterial infections. It is classified under tariff item 2941.30.00 as a salt of a tetracycline derivative, consistent with Chapter 29 notes on salts of organic compounds.
Doxycycline Hyclate
Doxycycline hyclate is the hyclate salt of doxycycline, a synthetic tetracycline antibiotic used for acne, respiratory infections, and Lyme disease. As a salt of a tetracycline derivative, it is correctly classified under tariff item 2941.30.00.
Lymecycline
Lymecycline is the calcium salt of demeclocycline, a tetracycline derivative used primarily for acne treatment. It is classified under tariff item 2941.30.00 as a salt of a tetracycline derivative, in line with Chapter 29 classification rules.
Methacycline Hydrochloride
Methacycline hydrochloride is a semi-synthetic tetracycline salt used for urinary tract and respiratory infections. It falls under tariff item 2941.30.00 as a salt of a tetracycline derivative, matching the heading's scope.
Minocycline Hydrochloride
Minocycline hydrochloride is a semi-synthetic tetracycline derivative salt used to treat acne, infections, and rheumatoid arthritis. It is classified under tariff item 2941.30.00 as a salt of a tetracycline derivative, consistent with Chapter 29 notes.
Oxytetracycline Calcium
Oxytetracycline calcium is the calcium salt of oxytetracycline, widely used in veterinary applications for respiratory and systemic infections. As a salt of a tetracycline derivative, it is correctly classified under tariff item 2941.30.00.