Norethindrone Acetate from China
Norethindrone acetate is a progestin derivative used in oral contraceptives and menopausal hormone therapy. Classified under HTS 2937.23.50 as a synthetic progestin structural analogue used primarily as a hormone, meeting Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
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
• Verify DEA scheduling (not controlled) but monitor for precursor chemical restrictions; provide pharmacopeia compliance certificates
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg to prevent industrial chemical misclassification