Lorazepam Sodium Salt from Canada
Lorazepam sodium, the sodium salt form of lorazepam, used as an intermediate in injectable pharmaceutical formulations. Falls under HTS 2933.91.0010 per chapter notes classifying salts of named compounds with the parent compound. This water-soluble form enables rapid IV administration for acute anxiety treatment.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%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
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include salt characterization data in CoA to confirm identity per chapter note 5(C)(1) on organic compound salts
• Verify importer has DEA registration for handling scheduled substances; maintain chain-of-custody documentation
• Use insulated packaging with temperature monitoring; refrigerated transport often required for salt stability