Hydrocortisone API Micronized
Micronized hydrocortisone active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for inhalation and injection formulations, meeting pharmacopeia standards. Falls under HTS 2937.21.00.20 as pure hydrocortisone, a corticosteroid hormone used primarily for its hormonal glucocorticoid activity.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If antisera or blood fractions containing hydrocortisone
Immunological products with hormones are classified in Chapter 30, excluding Chapter 29 per chapter notes.
If prepared as chemical intermediate mixture
Mixtures not qualifying as pure hormones may fall under prepared binders or chemical products in Chapter 38.
If sugar ester derivative of hydrocortisone
Sugar esters and salts of hormones are specifically classified in heading 2940 per Chapter 29 notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include particle size distribution certificate for micronized grade; verify DMF filing status with FDA; declare as bulk API to avoid Chapter 30 dosage form duties
Related Products under HTS 2937.21.00.20
Hydrocortisone Powder USP
Pharmaceutical grade hydrocortisone powder, a synthetic corticosteroid used primarily as a hormone for anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Classified under HTS 2937.21.00.20 as it is specifically hydrocortisone, a steroidal hormone derivative meeting Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds used primarily as hormones.
Hydrocortisone Base Pharmaceutical Grade
High-purity hydrocortisone base (>98%) for synthesis of hormone derivatives and formulations, used primarily for adrenal replacement therapy. Classified in HTS 2937.21.00.20 as it matches the specific chemical definition of hydrocortisone, a steroidal hormone.
Sterile Hydrocortisone for Injection
Sterile lyophilized hydrocortisone powder specifically for injectable hormone therapy, prior to final vialing. HTS 2937.21.00.20 applies as bulk hormone not yet in consumer dosage form, meeting criteria for chemically defined steroidal hormones.
Hydrocortisone Acetate Micronized Powder
Veterinary-grade hydrocortisone powder for animal anti-inflammatory hormone therapy. Classified under HTS 2937.21.00.20 as the pure steroidal hormone hydrocortisone, regardless of end use, per Chapter 29 hormone definitions.
Hydrocortisone EP Grade Powder
European Pharmacopoeia (EP) compliant hydrocortisone powder for international pharma supply chains. HTS 2937.21.00.20 classification as chemically pure hydrocortisone used primarily as hormone therapy.