Lidocaine Hydrochloride USP

Pharmaceutical grade lidocaine hydrochloride, the salt form of diethylaminoacetoxylidide, used as a local anesthetic in medical procedures. Classified under HTS 2924.29.57.00 as an aromatic cyclic amide-function compound specifically identified as the drug lidocaine. Meets chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds used primarily in pharmaceutical applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFreeFree
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

2924.29.47.00Higher: 41.5% vs Free

If imported as bulk chemical intermediate without USP certification

Non-drug grade aromatic amides fall under general 'other drugs' subcategory rather than specific lidocaine heading.

3004.90Higher: 10% vs Free

If pre-formulated into injectable solution or topical gel

Medicaments containing lidocaine as active ingredient are classified in Chapter 30 based on pharmaceutical dosage form.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs Free

If mixed with excipients exceeding 20% by weight for cosmetic numbing creams

Chemical preparations with lidocaine as additive shift to Chapter 38 mixtures rather than pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide FDA Drug Master File and Certificate of Analysis confirming USP purity >99% to verify pharmaceutical grade classification

Include drug-specific import permit from FDA and ensure labeling meets 21 CFR 201 for amide-function compounds

Avoid misclassification as cosmetic ingredient; maintain documentation proving medical end-use to prevent reclassification

Related Products under HTS 2924.29.57.00

Lidocaine Base Powder EP/BP

European Pharmacopoeia grade pure lidocaine base (diethylaminoacetoxylidide) used in compounding pharmacies for custom anesthetic formulations. Falls under HTS 2924.29.57.00 as the specific aromatic cyclic amide drug, chemically defined per Chapter 29 note (a). Supplied as white crystalline powder for API manufacturing.

Pharmaceutical Lidocaine HCL Monohydrate

Lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate USP/EP grade, containing one water molecule per API unit, used in sustained-release formulations. Specific HTS 2924.29.57.00 classification for this aromatic amide salt per Chapter 29 note on organic salts. White crystalline powder soluble in water for aqueous injections.

Lidocaine Free Base Research Grade

High-purity (>99.5%) lidocaine base for pharmaceutical research and analytical standards. Classified under HTS 2924.29.57.00 as chemically defined aromatic cyclic amide drug meeting Chapter 29 purity criteria. Used as reference standard in HPLC method validation.

Sterile Lidocaine HCl for Dental Cartridges

Preservative-free sterile lidocaine HCl 2% solution API for prefilled dental anesthetic cartridges. HTS 2924.29.57.00 covers the pure drug substance before final cartridge filling. Meets USP <71> sterility requirements for dental applications.

Lidocaine Patch Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

Micronized lidocaine base specifically processed for transdermal patch matrix (particle size D90<10μm). Classified HTS 2924.29.57.00 as pure aromatic amide API before patch assembly. Meets skin permeation pharmacopeial requirements.

Lidocaine API for Injection Grade

Sterile-grade lidocaine API specifically manufactured for parenteral (injectable) pharmaceutical products like dental anesthetics. HTS 2924.29.57.00 classification applies to this chemically defined aromatic amide-function drug per chapter notes. Pyrogen-free with strict microbial limits for IV compatibility.