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Glutethimide USP Powder from China

Pharmaceutical-grade glutethimide powder meeting USP standards, a pure chemically defined organic compound classified as an imide-function compound under HTS 2925.12.00.00. It is used primarily in laboratory and research settings for its sedative properties. This classification applies due to its specific chemical structure as glutethimide (INN).

Duty Rate — China → United States

100%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)

Import Tips

Verify DEA import permits are required due to controlled substance status; ensure Certificate of Analysis confirms 99%+ purity

Avoid misdeclaration as general pharmaceutical to prevent penalties