Fexofenadine Hydrochloride from China
Fexofenadine hydrochloride, a carboxylic acid derivative antihistamine, contains piperidine and aromatic rings with nitrogen hetero-atoms. It is imported as the active ingredient for allergy medications under 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 Type II DMF to FDA prior to importation for bulk APIs
• Verify chiral purity if enantiomer-specific to avoid racemic mixture issues
• Use temperature-controlled shipping to maintain API stability