Prednisolone Base Pharmaceutical Grade
High-purity prednisolone base (dehydrohydrocortisone) for synthesis of ophthalmic and oral steroid medications. Specifically enumerated under HTS 2937.21.00 as prednisolone, qualifying as steroidal hormone structural analogue used primarily as hormone.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as halcinonide or specific other corticosteroid
Different specifically named steroids have sequential subheadings within 2937.
If when put up in measured doses as opioid-containing medicated preparations
Chapter 30 takes precedence over pure chemicals for dosage-form pharmaceuticals.
If reclassified as simple alcohol derivative rather than hormone
Material composition changes heading if primary function not hormonal per 2937 note.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Include HPLC chromatograms verifying prednisolone identity and absence of prednisolone acetate impurities
• Declare CAS number 125-02-0 explicitly on commercial invoice for customs verification
• For pharma imports, pre-clear with FDA via Prior Notice system even for bulk chemicals
Related Products under HTS 2937.21.00
Hydrocortisone USP Powder
Pharmaceutical-grade hydrocortisone powder, a corticosteroid hormone used primarily for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Classified under HTS 2937.21.00 as hydrocortisone, a steroidal hormone and structural analogue used primarily as a hormone. Meets chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds.
Prednisone Micronized API
Micronized prednisone active pharmaceutical ingredient, dehydrocortisone used in tablet and injection formulations. Falls under HTS 2937.21.00 as specifically named prednisone, a synthetic corticosteroid hormone derivative. Pure chemical compound meeting Chapter 29 organic compound criteria.
Cortisone Acetate Micronized Powder
Cortisone acetate in micronized form for injectable suspension manufacturing. Although acetate ester, classified with parent cortisone under HTS 2937.21.00 per chapter ester classification note (A). Chemically defined steroidal hormone used primarily for hormonal therapy.
Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate Sterile
Sterile hydrocortisone sodium succinate for IV emergency use formulations. Salt of hydrocortisone classified with parent compound under HTS 2937.21.00 per chapter note on inorganic salts of organic compounds. Used primarily as emergency corticosteroid hormone therapy.
Prednisone Sodium Phosphate API
Pharmaceutical grade prednisone sodium phosphate for nasal spray and injection use. Phosphate salt classified with parent prednisone under HTS 2937.21.00 per Chapter 29 salt classification provisions. Chemically defined hormone derivative for anti-inflammatory applications.
Prednisolone Hemisuccinate Pharmaceutical
Prednisolone hemisuccinate ester used in prodrug formulations for sustained release. Classified under HTS 2937.21.00 with parent prednisolone per chapter ester rules. Synthetic corticosteroid hormone derivative meeting Chapter 29 purity standards.