Pyrimethamine Base from China
Pyrimethamine is a diaminopyrimidine antimalarial drug featuring a pyrimidine ring with nitrogen hetero-atoms only. Classified in HTS 2933.59.95.00 as other pyrimidine compounds, adhering to Chapter 29 for pure organic chemicals. Imported as API for tablet manufacturing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
19%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• WHO prequalification docs speed customs; declare exact purity percentage
• Avoid classification as pesticide (Chapter 38) despite antiparasitic use
• Bulk only; finished antimalarials go to 3004