Betamethasone Ointment for Canine Skin Conditions
Betamethasone ointment is a topical corticosteroid used to treat allergic dermatitis and other inflammatory skin conditions in dogs. It contains betamethasone, a hormone of heading 29.37, and is packaged in 15g tubes with measured doses for retail sale. This veterinary medicament is classified under tariff item 3004.39.00 as it contains hormones and is put up for retail sale.
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 ointment contains additional active ingredients beyond betamethasone
Medicaments with multiple active ingredients may fall under other medicaments of heading 30.04.
If presented as a medicated dressing rather than an ointment
Adhesive dressings and similar articles with medicaments are classified in heading 30.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is labelled as a veterinary medicament and meets Health Canada's Veterinary Drugs Directorate requirements
• Declare the hormone content (betamethasone) accurately on the CBSA import documents
• Keep the retail packaging intact to support classification under 3004.39.00
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