Gold Sodium Thiomalate

Gold sodium thiomalate is an organic gold compound used in rheumatoid arthritis treatment. Despite organic components, classified under HTS 2843.90.00.00 per chapter notes for precious metal compounds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 28.7%

If in finished medicinal dosage forms

Tablets or injectables become mixed medicaments under Chapter 30.

2930.90Lower: 13.7% vs 28.7%

If classified primarily by organic thiomalate structure

If organic characteristics predominate, may shift to organo-sulfur compounds.

3824Lower: 15% vs 28.7%

If as research chemical mixtures

Non-specific pharma intermediates often fall to chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Distinguish from finished pharmaceuticals; pure API status requires bulk packaging proof

FDA import alerts may apply; pre-clear with drug establishment registration

Document organic ligand structure to justify Chapter 28 over Chapter 29 classification

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