Choline Salicylate Solution USP

Medicinal solution of choline salicylate, a salt form used in pediatric oral gels for teething pain relief. Classified in 2918.21.1000 following chapter note 3(C)(2) for organic salts to the last numerical heading of the parent acid. Solvent content is within transport allowances per note (e).

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.

2923.10.00Lower: 28.7% vs 41.5%

If quaternary ammonium function predominates

Choline classification could shift to cyclic amides if not tied to salicylate.

3003.10.00Lower: Free vs 41.5%

If medicinal liquid cod liver oil mixtures

Exclusions apply if mixed with excluded medicinal bases.

3306.10.00.00Lower: 10% vs 41.5%

If oral dental hygiene preparations

If primarily for dental care without therapeutic claims, moves to Chapter 33.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare exact solvent composition to comply with note (e) transport limits

Include pH stability data for solution integrity post-import

Label as 'for medicinal use only' to prevent cosmetic reclassification

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