Pharmaceutical Grade Sebacic Acid USP

Ultra-pure sebacic acid meeting USP standards for use in drug coatings and polymer excipients. Classified as acyclic polycarboxylic acid under HTS 2917.13.0030, not as pharmaceutical product per Chapter 30 exclusion.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.8%+25.0%29.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.8%4.8%
🇨🇦Canada4.8%4.8%
🇩🇪Germany4.8%4.8%
🇯🇵Japan4.8%4.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

3002.90Lower: 10% vs 29.8%

If part of immunological product or vaccine adjuvant

Chapter 29 excludes immunological products of 3002; finished pharma forms shift there.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 29.8%

If pharma intermediates with added stabilizers beyond Chapter 29 limits

Exceeds allowed preservatives; becomes chemical preparation.

2917.39Lower: 16.5% vs 29.8%

If aromatic polycarboxylic acid misidentification

Sebacic is acyclic; aromatic versions like phthalic acid use different 2917.39 subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide FDA Drug Master File if destined for pharma; ensure GMP certification

Pitfall: Don't classify under Chapter 30 unless formulated as finished drug

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