Dobutamine Hydrochloride from Canada
Dobutamine hydrochloride is an aromatic amino-alcohol salt used as a cardiac stimulant in critical care. Its catecholamine structure with single hydroxyl and amino functions qualifies it for HTS 2922.19.70.00 as other aromatic amino-alcohols, their ethers/esters/salts.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Require stability data showing protection from oxidation during transport
• Declare as API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) with DMF number for FDA compliance
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg to prevent 'industrial use' reclassification