Dexamethasone 0.1% Ophthalmic Ointment
Dexamethasone 0.1% Ophthalmic Ointment is an eye ointment containing dexamethasone, a corticosteroid hormone, used to treat ocular inflammation and post-surgical swelling. It is packaged in measured doses for retail sale, qualifying under tariff item 3004.32.00 for medicaments with corticosteroid hormones.
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 active ingredient is a hormone other than a corticosteroid
This covers medicaments with other hormones or products of heading 29.37.
If the ointment is not in measured doses or retail packing
Non-retail or non-measured-dose medicaments fall under this residual subheading.
If used as a diagnostic reagent administered to patients
Chapter note 4(d) includes diagnostic reagents under heading 30.06.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is registered with Health Canada as a drug, as ophthalmic preparations may require a DIN
• Ensure the retail packaging clearly states the corticosteroid content and dosage
• Be prepared to provide the product's certificate of analysis to CBSA if requested
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