Levonorgestrel from China
Levonorgestrel is a synthetic progestogen used in emergency contraception and intrauterine devices, a derivative of norethindrone. It qualifies for HTS 2937.23.5050 as a structural analogue of progestins used primarily as hormones. Chapter 29 notes confirm classification based on its primary hormonal function.
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
9903.05.900%Articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• File FDA prior notice 72 hours before arrival for hormone substances
• Include batch-specific stability data to verify shelf life during transit
• Avoid plastic packaging that could cause static; use anti-static HDPE bottles