Prednisolone Acetate from Canada
Prednisolone acetate is an ester derivative of prednisolone, a synthetic corticosteroid used primarily for its hormonal anti-inflammatory properties in suspensions and injectables. Classified under HTS 2937.29.90.40 as an ester of prednisolone among steroidal hormone structural analogues. Its insoluble nature makes it ideal for sustained-release intra-articular injections.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Verify ester structure via HPLC analysis for customs compliance; obtain prior FDA Drug Master File notice; package with stabilizers only if necessary for transport per Chapter 29 notes