Sulfamethoxazole USP from Canada
Sulfamethoxazole is a synthetic bacteriostatic sulfonamide antibiotic used primarily in combination with trimethoprim for treating urinary tract infections and respiratory infections. It falls under HTS 2935.90.75.00 as a sulfonamide compound described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which covers specific organic compounds in this category. This pure chemical form is imported for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify USP grade certification and provide detailed chemical analysis for customs; ensure compliance with FDA import requirements for active pharmaceutical ingredients; avoid misclassification by confirming it's not a finished dosage form