Mercaptopurine from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Light-protected packaging mandatory; oncology GMP certification; genetic testing data may be required for pharmacogenomics compliance