Ibuprofen USP Grade
Pharmaceutical-grade ibuprofen, a synthetic aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative (2-(4-(2-methylpropyl)phenyl)propanoic acid), meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards for purity and potency. Classified under HTS 2916.39.15.00 as it is specifically listed as ibuprofen, a chemically defined organic compound in the aromatic monocarboxylic acids heading. Used primarily as an active pharmaceutical ingredient in pain relief medications.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If formulated into tablets or capsules for retail sale
Finished dosage forms like ibuprofen tablets are classified in Chapter 30 as medicaments, not as the pure chemical compound.
If containing impurities exceeding pharmaceutical specs or diluted
Mixtures or impure forms not meeting chemical purity standards fall under prepared chemical mixtures in Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify USP certificate of analysis and DMF filing with FDA for API imports; ensure proper temperature-controlled shipping to maintain stability
• Common pitfall: mislabeling purity levels leading to reclassification as mixtures
Related Products under HTS 2916.39.15.00
Ibuprofen Sodium Salt
The sodium salt form of ibuprofen, chemically 2-(4-(2-methylpropyl)phenyl)propanoate sodium, used for faster dissolution in formulations. Falls under HTS 2916.39.15.00 per chapter notes classifying inorganic salts of organic acid-function compounds with the parent acid. Primarily imported for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Ibuprofen Lysine
Ibuprofen lysine, a water-soluble salt complex of ibuprofen with L-lysine, used in injectable or rapid-onset formulations. Classified in HTS 2916.39.15.00 as salts of the specific ibuprofen acid per note 3(C)(1). Essential intermediate for hospital-grade pain management drugs.
Racemic Ibuprofen
Racemic mixture of (R)- and (S)-ibuprofen, the traditional form before chiral separation, used in generic drug production. HTS 2916.39.15.00 covers this isomer mixture of the named compound per chapter note 2(b). Imported for cost-effective NSAID synthesis.
Ibuprofen Free Acid Powder
Pure free acid form of ibuprofen in micronized powder for direct compression tableting. Specifically enumerated under HTS 2916.39.15.00 as the aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative. Widely imported for over-the-counter analgesic production.
S-Ibuprofen (Dexibuprofen)
The active (S)-enantiomer of ibuprofen, dexibuprofen, offering higher potency at lower doses. Still classified as ibuprofen under HTS 2916.39.15.00 per chapter notes on isomers. Used in premium pharmaceutical formulations.
Ibuprofen with Stabilizer
Ibuprofen acid containing added antioxidants or stabilizers for transport stability, as allowed under chapter note 6(f). Remains HTS 2916.39.15.00 as the primary compound with necessary preservation additives. Common for long-haul pharma imports.