Bilastine from China
Bilastine is a novel antihistamine with piperidine nitrogen hetero-atom in its aromatic heterocyclic structure, used for allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. It is specifically covered as an antihistamine drug in HTS 2933.99.26.00.
Duty Rate — China → United States
112.5%
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
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit ANDA reference or bioequivalence data for generic imports
• Verify heavy metals content <10 ppm per ICH Q3D guidelines
• Use desiccant packaging for hygroscopic APIs