Sulfaguanidine Crystals from Mexico
Sulfaguanidine, sparingly soluble for local gut action, treats bacillary dysentery and pre-surgical bowel prep. Classifies HTS 2935.90.4800 as sulfonamide anti-infective meeting Chapter 29(a) chemically defined compound criteria. Guanidine substitution provides unique solubility profile.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Solubility <0.1mg/ml documentation distinguishes from systemic sulfonamides
• Crystal habit analysis prevents polymorphic purity issues
• Historical use documentation supports continued drug status