Valproic Acid USP Grade

Pharmaceutical-grade valproic acid meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards, used primarily as an active ingredient in antiepileptic medications. It is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid classified under HTS 2915.90.14.00 due to its specific chemical structure as 2-propylpentanoic acid. This pure form contains no impurities beyond pharmacopeial limits and is supplied as a colorless liquid.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina4.2%+25.0%29.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico4.2%โ€”4.2%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada4.2%โ€”4.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany4.2%โ€”4.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan4.2%โ€”4.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

2942.00Lower: 13.7% vs 29.2%

If containing added hormones or derivatives

Products with hormone-releasing factors fall under heading 2942, which occurs later in numerical order per chapter note 3.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 29.2%

If diluted in solvents for specific retail formulations

Solutions put up for retail sale beyond safety/transport needs classify as chemical preparations in 3824, excluding chapter 29 pure compounds.

3002.90Lower: 10% vs 29.2%

If pre-mixed as immunological product

Immunological preparations are excluded from chapter 29 by note 2(e) and classified in 3002.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Obtain FDA Drug Master File (DMF) and Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to verify USP compliance; ensure proper hazardous material declaration for transport as a flammable liquid

โ€ข Avoid misclassification by confirming purity exceeds 99% without added stabilizers

Related Products under HTS 2915.90.14.00

Valproic Acid EP Grade

European Pharmacopoeia-compliant valproic acid, a key precursor for sodium valproate in bipolar disorder treatments. As a pure saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, it fits HTS 2915.90.14.00 precisely due to its chemical definition without halogenation or other derivatives. Supplied in bulk drums for pharmaceutical synthesis.

2-Propylvaleric Acid Technical Grade

Technical-grade valproic acid (2-propylpentanoic acid) used in chemical synthesis and research. This chemically defined saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid is specifically named under HTS 2915.90.14.00, distinguishing it from other acids in the heading.

Valproic Acid with Stabilizer

Stabilized valproic acid containing an anticaking agent for safe transport, remaining a separate chemically defined compound. It qualifies for HTS 2915.90.14.00 under chapter note 2(f) as the stabilizer is solely for preservation without altering general use.

Pharmaceutical Valproic Acid Bulk

Bulk valproic acid for API manufacturing in anticonvulsant drugs like Depakene. As a pure, separate organic compound under chapter note 2(a), it is specifically classified in HTS 2915.90.14.00.

Valproic Acid Research Grade

High-purity research-grade valproic acid for lab studies on histone deacetylase inhibition. Meets chapter 29 criteria as a chemically defined saturated monocarboxylic acid under HTS 2915.90.14.00.

Sodium Valproate Precursor Acid

Valproic acid serving as direct precursor to sodium valproate for migraine prophylaxis. Classified specifically as valproic acid in HTS 2915.90.14.00, a non-halogenated saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid.