Azithromycin for Injection Bulk
Sterile bulk powder of azithromycin mixed with buffers for intravenous antibiotic use in hospital pharmacies. The presence of buffers makes it a mixed product, and since it is not in measured doses or retail packaging, it falls under tariff item 3003.20.00 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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the powder is pre-measured for single doses
Measured doses for injection are classified under 3004.20.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the buffers are not considered separate pharmaceutical active ingredients; if they are, the product may still be mixed
• Ensure the product is labeled as 'for manufacturing use only' to avoid retail classification
• Submit a Certificate of Analysis to CBSA if requested
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