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Lorazepam USP Powder from China

Pure lorazepam active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in powder form meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards, used in manufacturing anti-anxiety medications. Classified under HTS 2933.91.0010 as it is specifically lorazepam (INN), a heterocyclic compound with nitrogen hetero-atoms only. This chemical is a benzodiazepine derivative imported for pharmaceutical formulation.

Duty Rate — China → United States

100%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)

Import Tips

Obtain DEA import permit as lorazepam is a Schedule IV controlled substance; include Form 236 in documentation

Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and pharmacopeial compliance certificates to verify purity and identity

Ensure proper temperature-controlled shipping to maintain stability; avoid common pitfalls like inadequate controlled substance labeling