Guaifenesin USP from China
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.
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
• 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