Thioridazine Hydrochloride from Mexico
Thioridazine hydrochloride is a piperidine phenothiazine antipsychotic used for schizophrenia treatment, noted for its tranquilizing effects. It qualifies for HTS 2934.30.23.00 as a psychotherapeutic agent with the required phenothiazine ring-system. Imported as high-purity API for tablet and oral solution production.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm batch-specific HPLC chromatograms showing absence of related substances above 0.5%
• Register as bulk drug substance with FDA and maintain DMF confidentiality for competitive advantage
• Label shipments clearly as 'Rx Only - Bulk Pharmaceutical Chemical' to prevent retail misclassification