Lidocaine Hydrochloride

Lidocaine hydrochloride is a local anesthetic agent used for numbing skin and mucous membranes during minor medical procedures. It falls under HTS 2922.50.1700 as an aromatic amino-compound with oxygen function, specifically classified as a dermatological agent and local anesthetic. This chemically defined organic compound is typically supplied as a powder or solution for pharmaceutical use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2924.29Higher: 16.5% vs 6.5%

If imported as cyclic amide without specific drug designation

May be classified under other aromatic cyclic amides if not explicitly meeting dermatological agent criteria.

3004.90Higher: 10% vs 6.5%

If put up in dosage form like topical gels or creams

Finished pharmaceutical preparations fall under Chapter 30, not bulk chemical compounds.

2933.39.61Same rate: 6.5%

If for certain heterocyclic derivatives used similarly

Some structurally related compounds with different ring systems classify under Chapter 29 heterocyclic provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain FDA approval and Drug Master File for pharmaceutical-grade imports; ensure USP compliance certification

Provide detailed chemical purity analysis and Certificate of Analysis to avoid misclassification as general chemicals

Declare exact concentration and intended medical use to prevent reclassification under Chapter 30 as finished drugs

Related Products under HTS 2922.50.17.00

Pramoxine Hydrochloride

Pramoxine hydrochloride is a topical anesthetic used in creams and lotions for relieving skin itching and pain from conditions like hemorrhoids. Classified under HTS 2922.50.1700 due to its aromatic amino-alcohol-phenol structure with oxygen function, recognized as a dermatological local anesthetic. It is imported as a pure chemical for formulation into consumer health products.

Dibucaine Hydrochloride

Dibucaine hydrochloride, also known as cinchocaine, serves as a potent local anesthetic for topical dermatological applications like sunburn relief. It qualifies for HTS 2922.50.1700 as an aromatic amino-compound featuring oxygen functions, explicitly listed among local anesthetics. Typically imported in crystalline powder form for pharmaceutical compounding.

Benzocaine

Benzocaine is an ester-type local anesthetic used in oral gels, throat lozenges, and skin ointments for pain relief. Under HTS 2922.50.1700, it is classified as a dermatological agent due to its aromatic amino-acid-phenol structure with oxygen function. Imported primarily as a white crystalline powder for drug manufacturing.

Tetracaine Hydrochloride

Tetracaine hydrochloride is a potent local anesthetic employed in spinal and topical applications for dermatological procedures. It fits HTS 2922.50.1700 as an aromatic oxygen-function amino-compound designated for local anesthetic use. Supplied as a fine powder, often with stabilizers permitted by Chapter Note (f).

Butamben

Butamben, or butyl aminobenzoate, functions as a local anesthetic in topical formulations for skin irritation. Classified in HTS 2922.50.1700 for its aromatic amino-compound with oxygen function as a dermatological agent. Imported as pure chemical for incorporation into ointments and sprays.

Cyclomethylcaine

Cyclomethylcaine is a lesser-known local anesthetic used in dermatological creams for surface analgesia. It meets HTS 2922.50.1700 criteria as an aromatic amino-oxygen function compound serving as a dermatological agent. Typically handled as a bulk active pharmaceutical ingredient.