Benzathine Benzylpenicillin Powder from Canada
Benzathine benzylpenicillin, also known as Penicillin G benzathine, is a salt form of Penicillin G used primarily for intramuscular injections to treat syphilis and other bacterial infections. It falls under HTS 2941.10.20.00 as a Penicillin G salt with penicillanic acid structure, qualifying as an antibiotic derivative per Chapter 29 notes. This chemically defined organic compound is supplied as a sterile powder for pharmaceutical reconstitution.
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
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA approval and Drug Master File (DMF) certification prior to import; ensure cold chain documentation for stability
• Verify Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirms purity >99% and absence of impurities
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as veterinary use without proper documentation