Lorazepam (Ativan) from China
Lorazepam, a 2-chloro-1,4-benzodiazepine, acts as an intermediate-acting sedative-hypnotic and anticonvulsant with nitrogen-containing heterocyclic rings. Falls under HTS 2933.99.65.00 as an aromatic drug primarily affecting the CNS. Bulk API imported for tablet/capsule production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
19%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Controlled substance import license required; submit 21 CFR 1312.13 declarations 15 days prior
• Provide chiral HPLC certificate verifying (S)-enantiomer purity for therapeutic efficacy
• Label clearly as 'Bulk Drug Substance - Not for Direct Human Use' to avoid Chapter 30