Human Insulin (rDNA) from Mexico
Recombinant human insulin produced via DNA technology, a polypeptide hormone used primarily for treating diabetes mellitus. Classified under HTS 2937.12.00.00 as a synthetic reproduction of insulin, the exact structural analogue of natural human insulin. Meets chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds used as hormones.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Requires FDA approval and biologics license; provide certificates of analysis confirming rDNA origin and purity
• Maintain strict cold chain (2-8°C) documentation throughout transport to preserve bioactivity
• Declare as 'insulin, synthetic' to avoid misclassification with pharmaceutical preparations in Chapter 30