Salbutamol Sulphate (Albuterol Sulfate) from Canada
Salbutamol sulphate, known as albuterol sulfate, is an aromatic amino-alcohol salt used as a bronchodilator. It qualifies for HTS 2922.19.60.00 under U.S. note 3 as an 'other' aromatic product with phenolic hydroxy and amino functions. Ethers and salts are expressly included.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include ICH Q7 GMP certificate for API intermediates to expedite FDA clearance
• Declare sulphate salt specifically; free base may classify differently under 2922.19.40
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk drums prevent Chapter 30 reclassification pitfalls