Lidocaine Hydrochloride from Canada
Lidocaine hydrochloride is a local anesthetic and aromatic amide compound used for nerve block and topical anesthesia. Classified under HTS 2924.29.71.00 due to its cyclic amide structure and inclusion in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. It's a separate chemically defined organic compound meeting chapter requirements.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify DEA import permit requirements as it's a controlled substance precursor
• Include stability data and ICH-compliant packaging specifications in import documentation
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg to prevent classification as industrial chemical