Valproic Acid
Valproic acid is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with an eight-carbon chain and a branched structure, used primarily as an anticonvulsant medication for epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It falls under HTS 2915.90.18 as an 'other' saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid that is not formic, acetic, propionic, butyric, valeric, caproic, or caprylic acid. This classification aligns with Chapter 29 notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
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If when imported as sodium valproate salt
Inorganic salts of organic acids are classified with the corresponding organic compound per Chapter 29 note 3(C)(1), but if specifically prepared as a pharmaceutical salt, it may fall under heading 2942 for other organic compounds.
If when formulated into finished dosage forms like tablets
If valproic acid is put up in measured doses or packings for retail therapeutic use, it shifts from Chapter 29 bulk chemicals to Chapter 30 medicaments.
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• Provide Certificates of Analysis (CoA) confirming purity >98% for pharmaceutical grade; ensure proper hazard labeling as it's a hazardous substance under DOT regulations; verify REACH compliance if sourced from EU to avoid FDA import alerts
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Neodecanoic Acid
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