Sulfamethoxazole USP from China
Sulfamethoxazole is a synthetic bacteriostatic sulfonamide antibiotic used primarily in combination with trimethoprim for treating urinary tract infections and other bacterial infections. It falls under HTS 2935.90.60.00 as a sulfonamide classified as a pharmaceutical drug, specifically within the 'other drugs' category of sulfonamides. This chemically defined organic compound contains the characteristic sulfonamide functional group.
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Import Tips
• Provide FDA Drug Master File (DMF) and Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming USP purity standards during customs clearance
• Ensure proper pharmaceutical labeling and include stability data to avoid reclassification as a non-drug chemical
• Verify DEA scheduling status as it's not controlled but confirm with CBP for any combination product restrictions