Acetaminophen DC Grade for Direct Compression

Direct compression (DC) grade acetaminophen, pre-processed for tablet manufacturing without granulation, containing minimal excipients but primarily the API. Still classified as pure acetaminophen under HTS 2924.29.62.10 since it remains a chemically defined aromatic amide drug. Ideal for high-speed production lines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3004.20.00Lower: Free vs 6.5%

If containing >20% excipients

Threshold for medicaments applies; pure API limit per chapter notes on mixtures.

2924.29Same rate: 6.5%

If for industrial non-drug use

Non-pharmaceutical applications like chemical intermediates fall outside drug subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm excipient content <5% to stay in API heading; higher shifts to Chapter 30

Use temperature-controlled shipping to prevent caking

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