Guaifenesin USP

Guaifenesin, or 3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)-1,2-propanediol, is a guaiacol derivative serving as an expectorant in cough medications, falling under HTS 2922.50.19.00 as an aromatic amino-compound with oxygen function. It meets 'drugs: other' criteria due to its pharmaceutical application.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3004.90Lower: 10% vs 16.5%

If imported as formulated tablets or syrup for retail

Medicaments in dosage form move to Chapter 30, regardless of chemical structure.

2909.50.40Higher: 29.8% vs 16.5%

If for guaiacol alcohol precursors without amino substitution

Pure ether-alcohols lacking amino function classify under heading 2909.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide FDA Drug Master File (DMF) references and USP certificate for bulk API imports

Label with exact CAS number (93-14-1) and ensure cGMP compliance documentation

Avoid misdeclaration as finished dosage form, which shifts to Chapter 30

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Guethol

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Guaiacol Glycerol Ether

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4-Nitroguaicol Sodium

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Guaiacyl Acetate

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