Guaifenesin EP Grade Crystals
European Pharmacopoeia compliant guaifenesin crystalline form for expectorant applications in respiratory medications. Classified under HTS 2909.49.0500 as the specific aromatic ether-alcohol guaifenesin. Pure active ingredient without formulation additives.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-mixed as bulk granulation for tablets
Granulated with binders, it becomes medicaments of Chapter 30 rather than pure chemical.
If aliphatic ether-alcohol structure
2909.49.0500 specifically enumerates aromatic guaifenesin; other ether-alcohols use residual.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code ā and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Include EP Certificate of Analysis confirming polymorph Form I or II specifications
ā¢ Declare as 'pure substance' to prevent reclassification as pharmaceutical preparation
ā¢ Verify DEA exemption status as non-controlled expectorant substance
Related Products under HTS 2909.49.05.00
Guaifenesin USP Powder
Pharmaceutical-grade guaifenesin powder meeting USP standards, used as an expectorant in cough syrup formulations. This aromatic ether-alcohol falls under HTS 2909.49.0500 as a chemically defined separate organic compound. It is supplied in bulk for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Pharmaceutical Guaifenesin API
Active pharmaceutical ingredient guaifenesin (3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)-1,2-propanediol) for mucolytic formulations. Meets Chapter 29 note (a) as separate chemically defined aromatic ether-alcohol. Bulk import for cough syrup and tablet production.
Research Grade Guaifenesin
Laboratory reagent guaifenesin (ā„98% purity) for pharmaceutical R&D and analytical standards. Qualifies under Chapter 29 as pure chemically defined ether-alcohol. Not for human therapeutic use.
Guaifenesin Bulk Excipient Grade
High-volume guaifenesin powder for integration into expectorant syrups and lozenges. Specific enumeration under HTS 2909.49.0500 as the named aromatic ether-alcohol compound. Supplied in 25kg fiber drums for industrial pharma use.