Mepivacaine Hydrochloride from China
An amide local anesthetic, mepivacaine hydrochloride features an aromatic cyclic amide derivative structure. Falls under HTS 2924.29.62 for aromatic cyclic amides listed as 'other drugs'. Adheres to Chapter 29 rules for pure organic compounds.
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
• Include vasoconstrictor compatibility data if epinephrinated; FDA prior notice required
• Validate chiral HPLC assays for enantiomeric excess
• Use UN-approved pharma packaging for air import