Metronidazole USP from Mexico
Metronidazole is a nitroimidazole derivative used as an antibiotic and antiprotozoal agent for treating infections like bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis. It features an unfused imidazole ring in its aromatic structure, classifying it under HTS 2933.29.35.00 as a nitrogen-heterocyclic compound described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and pharmacopeial compliance documentation to verify USP grade and purity standards
• Ensure DMF (Drug Master File) registration with FDA if intended for pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Avoid misclassification as finished dosage forms which fall under Chapter 30