Ibuprofen USP
Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) classified under HTS 2933.99.55 as an analgesic, antipyretic, and nonhormonal anti-inflammatory agent. It features an aromatic heterocyclic structure with nitrogen hetero-atoms, fitting the chapter's criteria for separate chemically defined organic compounds primarily affecting the central nervous system.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as a salt form like ibuprofen sodium
Inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified with the base organic compound per chapter note, but may shift if processed differently.
If tableted or capsulated for retail sale
Finished dosage forms like tablets move to Chapter 30 as medicaments, not bulk APIs.
If non-aromatic structure predominates
Non-aromatic heterocyclic drugs fall under the broader 'other' subcategory.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide FDA Drug Master File and Certificate of Analysis confirming USP purity and heterocyclic structure
• Ensure DEA registration if bulk API exceeds exempt quantities; verify nonhormonal status via COA
• Avoid misclassification as generic 'organic chemicals' by documenting CNS-affecting analgesic use
Related Products under HTS 2933.99.55
Naproxen Base
Naproxen is an NSAID used for pain relief, fever reduction, and inflammation, classified in HTS 2933.99.55 due to its aromatic heterocyclic nitrogen-containing structure. As a bulk pharmaceutical API primarily affecting the CNS, it meets the heading for analgesics and antipyretics.
Ketoprofen Powder
Ketoprofen is a propionic acid-derived NSAID analgesic and antipyretic with aromatic heterocyclic nitrogen features, fitting HTS 2933.99.55. Used primarily for CNS-mediated pain relief and inflammation.
Indomethacin USP
Indomethacin is an indole-acetic acid NSAID classified in HTS 2933.99.55 for its nitrogen-heterocyclic aromatic structure acting as analgesic and anti-inflammatory.
Meloxicam API
Meloxicam, an oxicam NSAID, features nitrogen-heterocycle for pain and inflammation relief under HTS 2933.99.55.
Etodolac Powder
Etodolac, a pyranocarboxylic acid NSAID with indole nitrogen heterocycle, classified as analgesic in HTS 2933.99.55.
Ketorolac Tromethamine
Ketorolac tromethamine salt, NSAID analgesic with pyrrolizine nitrogen heterocycle, under HTS 2933.99.55.