Metronidazole USP
Metronidazole is a synthetic nitroimidazole antibiotic used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections. It contains an unfused imidazole ring in its structure and is classified as an aromatic heterocyclic compound under HTS 2933.29.43.00 due to its nitrogen hetero-atom and specific chemical configuration.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 6.5% | +25.0% | 31.5% |
| π²π½Mexico | 6.5% | β | 6.5% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 6.5% | β | 6.5% |
| π©πͺGermany | 6.5% | β | 6.5% |
| π―π΅Japan | 6.5% | β | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-aromatic or fully saturated
Non-aromatic imidazole derivatives fall under the general 'other' subcategory
If imported as finished dosage form
Tablets, capsules, or other pharmaceutical preparations move to Chapter 30
If classified as antibiotic intermediate
Certain antibiotic derivatives have specific provisions in heading 2941
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) confirming purity meets USP standards,Verify DEA registration if importing quantities exceeding personal use thresholds,Ensure proper labeling as pharmaceutical intermediate to avoid misclassification as finished drug
Related Products under HTS 2933.29.43.00
Clotrimazole Powder
Clotrimazole is an imidazole antifungal agent used in pharmaceutical formulations for topical infections. This aromatic heterocyclic compound with unfused imidazole ring is specifically classified under HTS 2933.29.43.00.
Econazole Nitrate
Econazole nitrate is a broad-spectrum imidazole antifungal with a substituted imidazole ring structure. Classified as an aromatic heterocyclic nitrogen compound under HTS 2933.29.43.00 for its specific chemical characteristics.
Miconazole Base
Miconazole is an imidazole derivative antifungal agent containing an unfused aromatic imidazole ring. This pharmaceutical intermediate falls under HTS 2933.29.43.00 as a nitrogen-heterocyclic compound.
Ketoconazole API
Ketoconazole is a synthetic imidazole antifungal drug with a complex aromatic imidazole ring system. Classified under HTS 2933.29.43.00 as an other aromatic imidazole heterocyclic compound.
Tioconazole Powder
Tioconazole is a 1-substituted imidazole antifungal containing an unfused imidazole ring. This aromatic heterocyclic nitrogen compound is specifically provided for under HTS 2933.29.43.00.
Oxiconazole Nitrate USP
Oxiconazole nitrate is a topical imidazole antifungal with a characteristic unfused imidazole ring structure. Falls under HTS 2933.29.43.00 as an aromatic heterocyclic pharmaceutical intermediate.