Vancomycin Hydrochloride USP
Vancomycin hydrochloride is a glycopeptide antibiotic used for serious Gram-positive infections including MRSA. This bulk active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) falls under HTS 2941.90.50.00 as an 'other' antibiotic not covered by specific streptomycins or penicillins provisions. Qualifies as chemically defined per Chapter 29 note (a).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified under cephalosporins
Some cephalosporin antibiotics have dedicated provisions earlier in 2941 taking precedence.
If immunological product or vaccine component
Chapter 29 excludes immunological products per note 2(e); those go to Chapter 30.
If antibiotic fermentation broth or crude extract
Only purified, chemically defined compounds stay in Chapter 29; crude mixtures move to Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit FDA import alert screening documentation; vancomycin subject to heightened scrutiny for counterfeits
• Include microbial purity certificate (<1 CFU/mg) mandatory for API classification
• Avoid packaging that suggests retail sale, which could trigger reclassification to Chapter 30
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Streptomycin Sulfate USP
Streptomycin sulfate is a semi-synthetic aminoglycoside antibiotic derived from Streptomyces griseus, used primarily for treating tuberculosis and other bacterial infections. It falls under HTS 2941.90.50.00 as an 'other' antibiotic not specifically enumerated elsewhere in heading 2941. This classification applies to pure antibiotic substances meeting Chapter 29 notes for chemically defined organic compounds.
Polymyxin B Sulfate Powder
Polymyxin B sulfate is a polypeptide antibiotic effective against Gram-negative bacteria, used in topical and systemic formulations. Classified under HTS 2941.90.50.00 as an 'other' antibiotic substance in bulk powder form. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds used primarily as antibiotics.
Gentamicin Sulfate BP
Gentamicin sulfate is an aminoglycoside antibiotic complex effective against aerobic Gram-negative bacteria. Imported as bulk powder for pharmaceutical formulation, it classifies under HTS 2941.90.50.00 as 'other' antibiotics. Complies with Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined compounds.
Neomycin Sulfate USP Powder
Neomycin sulfate is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used primarily in topical formulations and veterinary medicine. This sterile bulk powder API classifies under HTS 2941.90.50.00 as other antibiotics. Defined as chemically pure organic compound per Chapter 29 scope.
Bacitracin Zinc Powder
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Colistin Sulfate USP
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