Tolmetin Free Acid

Tolmetin in its free acid form, a pyrrole-acetic acid derivative serving as the base compound for NSAID synthesis and direct therapeutic use as an anti-inflammatory analgesic. This aromatic heterocyclic compound is explicitly listed under HTS 2933.99.5510 for drugs affecting the CNS. Bulk imported for pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2933.99.55Same rate: 6.5%

If general NSAID APIs without specific naming

Broader subheading for analgesics; tolmetin singled out due to commercial importance.

2918.29.75.00Higher: 31.5% vs 6.5%

If classified primarily by carboxylic acid function

Carboxylic acids with additional functions in 2918, but nitrogen heterocycle takes precedence per numerical order note.

3002.13.00Lower: Free vs 6.5%

If for immunologic/serum use (rare)

Immunological products excluded to Chapter 30; tolmetin is purely anti-inflammatory.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide pharmacopeial references (e.g

USP monograph) in import docs; ensure proper labeling as 'for manufacturing use only'; check for DEA scheduling (not controlled but verify)

Related Products under HTS 2933.99.55.10

Tolmetin Sodium Dihydrate

Tolmetin sodium dihydrate is the dihydrate salt form of tolmetin, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used primarily as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent affecting the central nervous system. It falls under HTS 2933.99.5510 as a chemically defined aromatic heterocyclic compound classified specifically as tolmetin for pharmaceutical use. This bulk active pharmaceutical ingredient is imported for formulation into tablets or capsules.

Tolmetin Sodium Powder USP

Pharmaceutical-grade tolmetin sodium powder meeting USP standards, used as the active ingredient in prescription anti-inflammatory medications for arthritis pain relief. Classified under HTS 2933.99.5510 due to its specific identification as tolmetin, an aromatic heterocyclic NSAID primarily affecting the central nervous system as an analgesic. Imported in bulk for compounding into oral dosage forms.

Tolectin Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

Tolectin (brand generic for tolmetin sodium) as bulk API, a nonhormonal anti-inflammatory agent used for rheumatoid arthritis and pain management via central nervous system effects. Fits HTS 2933.99.5510 as a specifically named aromatic heterocyclic drug. Imported by generic manufacturers for tablet production.

Tolmetin Sodium for Compounding

High-purity tolmetin sodium intended for pharmacy compounding into custom anti-inflammatory formulations for patients with specific dosage needs. As a chemically defined nitrogen-heterocyclic compound named under analgesics, it classifies to HTS 2933.99.5510. Supplied in bulk for professional use.

Pharmaceutical Tolmetin Base

Tolmetin base in pharmaceutical grade for conversion to salts or direct use in veterinary anti-inflammatory drugs affecting CNS pain pathways. Explicitly covered under HTS 2933.99.5510 as an aromatic modified NSAID drug. Bulk powder for API synthesis.