Amoxicillin Trihydrate from Canada
Amoxicillin trihydrate is a hydrated form of the semisynthetic penicillin antibiotic with penicillanic acid structure, widely used for respiratory infections. Classified in HTS 2941.10.50.00 as 'other' penicillin derivatives including hydrates per chapter notes allowing water-dissolved or stabilized forms. Supplied as bulk powder for tablet manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include water content analysis (typically 10-15%) in CoA to justify hydrate form; comply with USP monograph standards
• Avoid vacuum packaging pitfalls that alter declared moisture levels