Ergometrine Maleate from China
Ergometrine maleate is the maleate salt of ergometrine, a natural alkaloid derived from rye ergot (Claviceps purpurea). It is classified under HTS 2939.61.00.00 as a salt of ergometrine, fitting chapter 29's scope for separate chemically defined organic compounds and their salts. Used primarily in obstetrics to induce labor and control postpartum hemorrhage.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA import approval and provide Certificate of Analysis confirming pharmaceutical purity >98% to avoid detention
• Include DEA documentation if transshipped through controlled regions; verify no narcotic scheduling conflicts
• Label as 'pharmaceutical substance - not for retail' to prevent misclassification as finished drug under Chapter 30