Limaprost Alfa
Limaprost alfa, a synthetic prostaglandin E1 derivative, treats peripheral vascular disease. Falls under HTS 2937.50.00.00 as modified prostaglandin with hormonal activity. Alfa-dextran complex classifies as derivative.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If immunosuppressant complex formulation
Cyclodextrin complexes sometimes classified as immunological products.
If sugar ether derivative emphasis
Cyclodextrin modification could trigger sugar derivative heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Dextran complex classifies with parent prostaglandin; document host-guest chemistry
• Primarily Japanese pharmaceutical; validate PMDA vs
• FDA specifications
• Vascular smooth muscle assay data confirms primary hormonal mechanism
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.