Ibuprofen with Stabilizer from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document stabilizer as 'necessary for preservation' not functional additive; limit to <1% by weight
• Pitfall: excess additives reclassify as Chapter 38