Epoprostenol Sodium
Epoprostenol sodium (prostacyclin, PGI2) treats pulmonary arterial hypertension via continuous IV infusion. Classified under HTS 2937.50.00.00 as prostaglandin salt following parent compound per Chapter 29 rules. Requires immediate use due to chemical instability.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-mixed infusion bags
IV solutions containing hormones are pharmaceutical preparations.
If erroneous inorganic salt classification
Organic sodium salts follow parent organic compound per Chapter Note.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• 24-hour stability clock starts at manufacture; declare exact production date
• Sodium salt classifies with parent prostacyclin; include counterion exchange data
Related Products under HTS 2937.50.00.00
Misoprostol
Misoprostol is a synthetic prostaglandin E1 analogue used primarily for preventing NSAID-induced gastric ulcers and inducing labor. It falls under HTS 2937.50.00.00 as a prostaglandin derivative and structural analogue used primarily as a hormone. This classification applies to its chemically defined organic structure meeting Chapter 29 requirements.
Carboprost Tromethamine
Carboprost tromethamine is a synthetic prostaglandin F2α analogue used for postpartum hemorrhage control. Falls under HTS 2937.50.00.00 as a prostaglandin derivative with hormonal activity. The tromethamine salt classifies with the parent prostaglandin per Chapter 29 salt rules.
Latanoprost
Latanoprost is a prostaglandin F2α analogue used in ophthalmic solutions for glaucoma treatment. Classified under HTS 2937.50.00.00 due to its primary hormonal mechanism reducing intraocular pressure. Chemically defined structure qualifies under Chapter 29 organic compounds.
Travoprost
Travoprost is a synthetic prostaglandin F2α isopropyl ester analogue for glaucoma therapy. Classified under HTS 2937.50.00.00 following Chapter 29 ester rules (classifies with parent acid-function compound). Used primarily for its hormonal IOP-lowering effect.
Tafluprost
Tafluprost, a fluorinated prostaglandin F2α analogue, is used in glaucoma treatment with preserved formulations. Falls under HTS 2937.50.00.00 as a halogenated prostaglandin derivative per Chapter 29 notes. Primary hormonal mechanism confirmed by receptor binding studies.
Alprostadil
Alprostadil (Prostaglandin E1) is used for erectile dysfunction and maintaining patent ductus arteriosus. Classified under HTS 2937.50.00.00 as a prostaglandin with primary hormonal vascular effects. Chemically pure form qualifies as Chapter 29 organic compound.