Sulfasalazine USP
Sulfasalazine is a synthetic organo-sulfur compound used primarily as an anti-inflammatory drug for treating ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis. It features a sulfonamide group directly linked to carbon atoms, qualifying it as an organo-sulfur compound under heading 2930. Classified specifically under 2930.90.92.35 as a pharmaceutical drug.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If formulated as finished dosage form like tablets
Blended with excipients for retail sale, it becomes a medicated pharmaceutical preparation under Chapter 30.
If imported as a bulk API without drug-specific certification
May be seen as a general sulfonamide rather than specifically designated drug under 2930 subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FDA Drug Master File and ensure Certificate of Analysis confirms USP purity standards for pharmaceutical import
• Provide detailed chemical composition and therapeutic claims documentation to avoid reclassification as a mixture
• Verify DEA scheduling status as it's non-controlled but requires accurate labeling to prevent delays
Related Products under HTS 2930.90.92.35
Probenecid USP
Probenecid is an organo-sulfur compound functioning as a uricosuric agent to treat gout by inhibiting uric acid reabsorption. Its sulfanyl-containing structure links sulfur directly to carbon, fitting Chapter 29 heading 2930 for organo-sulfur compounds. Falls under the 'drugs' subheading 2930.90.92.35 due to its pharmaceutical application.
Dapsone USP
Dapsone is an organo-sulfur antibacterial drug used for leprosy and dermatitis herpetiformis treatment. Its diphenylsulfone structure features sulfur directly linked to aromatic carbons, characteristic of heading 2930 organo-sulfur compounds. Designated as a drug in subheading 2930.90.92.35.
Mesna USP
Mesna is an organo-sulfur compound used as a cytoprotective agent during chemotherapy to prevent hemorrhagic cystitis. Its mercaptoethane sulfonate structure has sulfur directly linked to carbon atoms per heading 2930 definition. Classified as a pharmaceutical drug in 2930.90.92.35.
Tiobutramine (active pharmaceutical ingredient)
Tiobutramine is an organo-sulfur veterinary drug intermediate with thio-butyl side chain for animal health applications. Sulfur-carbon direct linkage qualifies it under heading 2930 organo-sulfur compounds. Falls in drug subheading 2930.90.92.35 despite veterinary focus.
Methimazole USP
Methimazole is an organo-sulfur antithyroid drug containing thiazole ring with direct S-C bonds, used for hyperthyroidism. As an organo-sulfur heterocyclic compound, it properly falls under heading 2930. Specified in the pharmaceutical drugs subheading 2930.90.92.35.
Sulfadiazine Sodium
Sulfadiazine sodium is the sodium salt of an organo-sulfur sulfonamide antibiotic used for toxoplasmosis and burns. As per Chapter 29 notes, inorganic salts of organic compounds classify with the organic base, retaining its 2930 organo-sulfur status. Included as a drug under 2930.90.92.35.