Streptomycin Sulfate USP from Japan
Streptomycin sulfate is a natural aminoglycoside antibiotic derived from Streptomyces griseus, used primarily to treat tuberculosis and other bacterial infections. It falls under HTS 2941.90.10.10 as a natural aminoglycoside antibiotic, being a separate chemically defined organic compound containing nitrogen functions from the amino sugar structure. This classification applies to its pure pharmaceutical grade form for medicinal use.
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Import Tips
• Verify Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming USP purity and natural origin from microbial fermentation to avoid reclassification as synthetic
• Include FDA Drug Master File (DMF) references and ensure compliance with 21 CFR import regulations for antibiotics
• Avoid common pitfalls like improper labeling of potency (mg/g) which can lead to customs holds