Mercaptopurine

Mercaptopurine (6-MP) is a purine antimetabolite chemotherapy drug with thiopurine heterocyclic structure, used in leukemia treatment. Falls under HTS 2934.99.4700 as organo-sulfur heterocyclic drug, excluded from heading 2930 by classification notes. Light-sensitive pharmaceutical requiring special handling.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan3.7%โ€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2930.90Higher: 13.7% vs 3.7%

If classified primarily as organo-sulfur compound

Sulfur directly linked to carbon could use 2930 but drug function prevails

3003.39Higher: 10% vs 3.7%

If in hormonal antineoplastic formulations

Certain chemo drugs with hormonal action move to 3003

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Light-protected packaging mandatory; oncology GMP certification; genetic testing data may be required for pharmacogenomics compliance

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