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Prednisolone USP Powder from China

Pharmaceutical grade Prednisolone powder meeting USP standards, a synthetic glucocorticoid steroid used primarily as a hormone for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Classified under HTS 2937.21.00.40 as it is specifically the dehydrohydrocortisone compound listed in the heading for steroidal hormones and their structural analogues. Supplied as pure API for compounding into tablets, injections, or topical formulations.

Duty Rate — China → 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

Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and USP compliance certificate; DEA registration may be required for narcotic precursors

Ensure proper pharmaceutical import license and FDA prior notice filing; verify stability data for transport conditions

Label as 'Pharmaceutical API - For Further Manufacturing' to avoid retail drug classification issues