Lidocaine
Lidocaine is a local anesthetic containing an acyclic amide (diethylamino acetanilide) linkage essential to its pharmacological action. Classified under HTS 2924.19.80.00 as an 'other' acyclic amide derivative, it fits chapter 29 provisions for chemically defined compounds with carboxyamide functions not elsewhere specified.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| đ¨đłChina | 6.5% | +25.0% | 31.5% |
| đ˛đ˝Mexico | 6.5% | â | 6.5% |
| đ¨đŚCanada | 6.5% | â | 6.5% |
| đŠđŞGermany | 6.5% | â | 6.5% |
| đŻđľJapan | 6.5% | â | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for bulk industrial chemical use without pharmaceutical packaging
Amino-alcohols or derivatives may classify under 2922 if oxygen function predominates per heading notes.
If when imported as a formulated solution for retail
Prepared chemical preparations for specific uses fall outside chapter 29 per exclusions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
⢠Provide DEA registration if applicable and ensure USP-grade certification for pharmaceutical imports
⢠Document amide content via NMR spectroscopy to confirm classification within acyclic amides
⢠Watch for misclassification as 'aromatic' amines under 2921 if the tertiary amine is emphasized over amide
Related Products under HTS 2924.19.80.00
Acetazolamide
Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor used primarily as a diuretic and for glaucoma treatment, featuring an acyclic amide structure with a sulfonamide group. It falls under HTS 2924.19.80.00 as an acyclic amide derivative not specifically covered by other subheadings in 2924.19. This classification aligns with chapter notes for chemically defined organic compounds with amide functions.
Bupivacaine Hydrochloride
Bupivacaine hydrochloride is an amide-type local anesthetic with an acyclic carboxamide group, supplied as its hydrochloride salt. Under HTS 2924.19.80.00, the salt classifies with the parent acyclic amide per chapter note 3(C)(1), covering 'other' derivatives.
Mepivacaine
Mepivacaine, a piperidine-based aminoamide anesthetic, contains a key acyclic amide linkage. HTS 2924.19.80.00 covers this as an 'other' acyclic amide, prioritizing amide function over any heterocyclic elements per classification notes.
N,N-Diethylacetamide
N,N-Diethylacetamide is an acyclic tertiary amide used as a solvent and chemical intermediate. Classified in HTS 2924.19.80.00 for other acyclic amides and derivatives, fitting chapter 29's scope for chemically defined compounds.
Formamide
Formamide (HCONH2) is the simplest acyclic amide, used as a solvent and in organic synthesis. HTS 2924.19.80.00 captures it as an 'other' acyclic amide, excluded from more specific subheadings.
N-Methylacetamide
N-Methylacetamide is an acyclic secondary amide employed in peptide synthesis and as a solvent. It properly classifies under HTS 2924.19.80.00 for unspecified acyclic amide derivatives.