Loperamide Hydrochloride Bulk Drug

Loperamide HCl, an antidiarrheal piperidine derivative, is a nitrogen heterocyclic compound imported under HTS 2933.99.90.00 as a drug. Its opioid receptor agonist structure fits Chapter 29 drug specifications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3.7%β€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2933.39.61Higher: 6.5% vs 3.7%

If classified specifically as compounds containing piperidine

More specific piperidine subheading preferred over general drugs.

3004.90Higher: 10% vs 3.7%

If capsule or liquid finished dosage form

Retail-ready medicaments go to Chapter 30.

2924.29Higher: 16.5% vs 3.7%

If considered primarily a carboxamide derivative

Oxygen-function compounds may take precedence numerically.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide DEA exemption letter as it's a controlled opioid derivative

β€’ Ensure chiral purity documentation for R-enantiomer

β€’ Avoid Schedule I misclassification by providing therapeutic use proof

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