Desonide from Canada
Desonide is a fluorinated, low-potency corticosteroid (11β,16α,17,21-tetrahydroxypregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione 17-butyrate 21-acetate) derived from adrenal cortical hormones. Qualifies for HTS 2937.22.00.00 as halogenated derivative used primarily for topical hormonal therapy.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Dual ester specification (17-butyrate, 21-acetate) mandatory on COA
• Low potency allows higher import volumes but requires stability under accelerated conditions
• Avoid classification as cosmetic active - strictly pharmaceutical API