Calcipotriene (Vitamin D3 Analog) from Mexico
Calcipotriene is a synthetic Vitamin D3 derivative used primarily for its vitamin-like hormonal effects in psoriasis treatment. Under HTS 2936.29.50.20, it qualifies as a Vitamin D derivative per Chapter notes allowing hormone analogues used primarily as vitamins. Provided as high-purity powder for topical pharmaceutical formulations.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%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
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify as bulk API only; finished creams fall under different HTS with NDA requirements
• Provide synthetic pathway documentation to confirm classification as vitamin derivative vs. pure hormone
• Monitor EU REACH compliance if transshipping through Europe