Zinc Oxide Powder USP Grade
Pharmaceutical-grade zinc oxide powder meeting USP standards, used in ointments and creams for wound healing and skin protection. It is classified under HTS 2817.00.00.00 as a chemically defined inorganic compound of zinc, specifically zinc oxide, in pure powder form.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used as inorganic pigment in paints
When imported primarily as a colorant or pigment rather than a pure chemical compound, it falls under inorganic pigments of heading 3206.
If prepared as a chemical mixture for specific industrial use
Mixtures containing zinc oxide with additives exceed the scope of pure chemically defined compounds in Chapter 28, moving to prepared chemical products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity certificates and USP compliance documentation to meet FDA import requirements for pharmaceutical use
• Ensure labeling includes chemical composition and safety data sheets (SDS) to avoid CBP holds
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