Pharmaceutical Grade Benzoyl Peroxide USP

USP-grade benzoyl peroxide meeting pharmaceutical purity standards for acne treatment formulations. As a separate chemically defined aromatic monocarboxylic acid peroxide, correctly classified in HTS 2916.32.10.00 rather than finished medicaments. Supplied with added stabilizer for pharmaceutical processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 41.5%

If pre-mixed into topical acne gel/cream

Finished pharmaceutical preparations containing benzoyl peroxide classify in Chapter 30 as medicaments rather than bulk chemical.

3304.10.00.00Lower: 35% vs 41.5%

If formulated in cosmetic acne wash

Beauty preparations like facial washes with benzoyl peroxide fall under Chapter 33 when marketed for cosmetic rather than medicinal use.

3822Lower: 10% vs 41.5%

If diagnostic reagents containing this peroxide

Laboratory diagnostic reagents incorporating benzoyl peroxide shift to Chapter 38 for prepared chemical reagents.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include USP certificate of analysis; ensure no therapeutic claims on labeling to avoid Chapter 30; comply with FDA bulk drug substance import requirements

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