Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid) from Canada
Acetylsalicylic acid is the ester of salicylic acid with acetic acid, commonly known as aspirin, used as an analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory medication. It falls under HTS 2918.23.3000 as an ester of salicylic acid described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which covers certain pharmaceutical products. This classification applies to the pure chemical compound in bulk form for pharmaceutical use.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify compliance with FDA import requirements for bulk pharmaceuticals including Certificate of Analysis; ensure proper labeling as a chemical substance not for direct retail; be aware of DEA scheduling if high purity for controlled applications