Megestrol Acetate from China
Megestrol acetate is a progestational steroid used for appetite stimulation in cancer/AIDS patients and breast cancer treatment. It is classified under HTS 2937.23.50 as a synthetic progestin used primarily as a hormone.
Duty Rate — China → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Stability studies for high-humidity areas; declare oncology indication
• Avoid consumer packaging to stay in bulk chemical classification