Cetuximab Monoclonal Antibody from China
Cetuximab (Erbitux) targets EGFR for colorectal and head/neck cancer therapy, a chimeric monoclonal antibody. Bulk unmixed form imports under HTS 3002.13.0010 as a biotech immunological product per chapter note definitions. Excludes retail or dosed packings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Require DEA scheduling check if any narcotic analogs present (rare for monoclonals)
• Use ISF filings 24hrs prior with detailed biotech manufacturing specs
• Ensure no 'mixed' status per note 3(b) to stay in unmixed category