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Streptomycin Sulfate USP from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

100%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: 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

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