Prednisone Acetate from Mexico
Prednisone acetate is the acetate ester form of prednisone, utilized in topical creams and ophthalmic suspensions for its glucocorticoid hormonal activity in reducing inflammation. This product is classified in HTS 2937.29.90.30 as an ester of prednisone, falling within steroidal hormones used primarily as hormones. The esterification enhances skin penetration and stability.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
Import Tips
• Include ICH stability data in import documentation; ensure GMP manufacturing certification
• Pitfall: bulk esters often scrutinized for veterinary vs human use declarations
• Label precisely as 'acetate ester' to avoid base reclassification