Aromatic Calcium Channel Blocker Amlodipine from Mexico
Amlodipine besylate is an aromatic dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker for hypertension treatment. Falls under 2942.00.05.00 as a modified aromatic drug API, distinguished from bulk medicinals in Chapter 30. Meets criteria for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Besylate salt classification follows acid component per Chapter Note 5(C)(1)
• Provide ICH stability data confirming API status vs finished product
• Monitor for anti-dusting agents that could trigger Note (g) reclassification