Lidocaine Hydrochloride from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
19%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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