Sulfamethoxazole USP

Sulfamethoxazole is a broad-spectrum sulfonamide antibiotic organo-sulfur compound used in treating bacterial infections. The sulfur atom in its sulfonamide group is directly bonded to carbon, placing it in heading 2930. Specified as a drug under 2930.90.92.35 for its therapeutic use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan3.7%โ€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2935Higher: 16.5% vs 3.7%

If classified by general sulfonamide structure

Sulfonamides have their own heading 2935, taking precedence if not specified as 'drugs'.

2941.90.10Lower: Free vs 3.7%

If containing amine-function groups predominately

Antibiotics with primary amine characteristics may shift to Chapter 29 subchapter XI.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Submit FDA Drug Establishment Registration and complete import alert screening for antibiotics

โ€ข Ensure documentation distinguishes pure API from formulated versions to maintain Chapter 29 classification

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Sulfasalazine USP

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Probenecid USP

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Dapsone USP

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Mesna USP

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Methimazole USP

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