Ticlopidine Hydrochloride from Canada
Ticlopidine hydrochloride, first-generation thienopyridine, inhibits platelet aggregation for stroke prevention. Nitrogen-heterocyclic aromatic structure places it in HTS 2933.99.53.00 as cardiovascular drug API. Less common but imported for niche generic markets.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Pharmaceuticals: 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
• Neutropenia risk - include clinical safety data in import dossier
• Less stable than clopidogrel - tighter retest period (24 months)
• Niche market - verify ANDA status before large shipments