Bacitracin Zinc USP
Bacitracin zinc is a natural polypeptide antibiotic produced by Bacillus subtilis fermentation, used for topical bacterial infections. It is a natural antibiotic not specifically named in the tariff, so it falls under the residual 'Other' tariff item for antibiotics.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is specifically named as a penicillin or streptomycin derivative
Specific antibiotic headings take precedence over the residual 'Other' item.
If imported in measured doses or packaged for retail sale
Section note 2 directs retail-packaged goods to heading 30.04.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is a separate chemically defined organic compound or a mixture of isomers, as required by Chapter 29 note 1
• Have a Certificate of Analysis ready to confirm the identity and purity for CBSA review
• Check if the product is intended for veterinary or human use, as this may affect Health Canada requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 2941.90.00
Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Amoxicillin trihydrate is a semi-synthetic penicillin antibiotic with a modified aromatic structure derived from 6-aminopenicillanic acid. It is classified under the residual 'Other' tariff item for antibiotics, as it is not specifically named in the tariff.
Amphotericin B
Amphotericin B is a natural polyene antifungal antibiotic produced by Streptomyces nodosus, used to treat systemic fungal infections. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, qualifying under Chapter 29 Note 1(a).
Bacitracin Zinc
Bacitracin zinc is a natural polypeptide antibiotic produced by Bacillus subtilis, effective against gram-positive infections. As a zinc salt of the organic compound bacitracin, it is classified with the parent compound under Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1).
Bacitracin Zinc Powder
Bacitracin zinc is a polypeptide antibiotic stabilized with zinc, commonly used in topical ointments for skin infections. It is a chemically defined organic compound and a salt of an antibiotic, classified under tariff item 2941.90.00 as 'Other' antibiotics.
Capreomycin Sulfate USP
Capreomycin sulfate is a natural cyclic peptide antibiotic derived from Streptomyces capreolus, used for multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis. As a natural antibiotic not specifically named in the tariff, it is classified under the residual 'Other' tariff item for antibiotics.
Cefaclor Monohydrate
Cefaclor monohydrate is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic featuring a modified aromatic cephem nucleus, used for respiratory and skin infections. It is classified under the residual 'Other' tariff item for antibiotics, as it is not specifically named in the tariff.