Prednisone Sodium Phosphate

Prednisone sodium phosphate is the sodium salt of prednisone, a synthetic corticosteroid used primarily for its hormonal anti-inflammatory effects in treating conditions like allergies and autoimmune diseases. It falls under HTS 2937.29.90.30 as a salt of prednisone, specifically classified among steroidal hormones and their derivatives used primarily as hormones. This water-soluble form allows for rapid intravenous administration.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFreeFree
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2937.90.90.00Same rate: Free

If not specifically a salt or ester of prednisone but another hormonal derivative

Other steroidal hormone derivatives fall under the residual 'Other' provision in 2937.90, later in numerical order per chapter note

3003.39Higher: 10% vs Free

If imported as formulated medicaments in dosage form like tablets or injections

Bulk API salts shift to Chapter 30 when prepared as medicaments for retail sale or therapeutic use

3004.90Higher: 10% vs Free

If part of finished dosage forms like sterile injectables for veterinary use

Medicinal preparations containing hormones in measured doses are classified in Chapter 30, not as bulk chemicals

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure FDA prior approval and Drug Master File submission for active pharmaceutical ingredients; verify USP or EP compliance certificates

Common pitfall: incorrect labeling of salt form leading to reclassification

Maintain chain-of-custody documentation for controlled substances

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Prednisolone Tebutate

Prednisolone tebutate is an ester of prednisolone (a prednisone derivative), a synthetic corticosteroid ester used in sustained-release injectable suspensions for ocular inflammation and joint disorders. Classified under HTS 2937.29.90.30 as it qualifies as a prednisone ester derivative used primarily for hormonal effects. Its lipophilic nature provides prolonged therapeutic action.

Prednisone Acetate

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.

Prednisolone Sodium Succinate

Prednisolone sodium succinate is a water-soluble sodium salt ester of prednisolone (prednisone derivative), used in emergency IV treatment for adrenal crisis and severe allergic reactions due to its rapid hormonal action. HTS 2937.29.90.30 covers it as a prednisone salt/ester derivative primarily functioning as a hormone. The succinate moiety enables quick hydrolysis to active form.

Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate

Methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a derivative salt ester of the prednisone family, serves as a potent synthetic glucocorticoid for acute inflammation management via IV administration. It qualifies for HTS 2937.29.90.30 as a structural analogue salt of prednisone used primarily as a hormone. The formulation allows for high-dose pulse therapy.

Prednisone Hemisuccinate

Prednisone hemisuccinate is a succinate ester derivative of prednisone designed for parenteral administration in its water-soluble form, exerting glucocorticoid hormonal effects. Classified under HTS 2937.29.90.30 as a prednisone ester used primarily as a hormone. It converts rapidly in vivo to active prednisone.