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Penicillin G Sodium Single Dose Vial 1 Million Units

A sterile, single-dose vial containing 1 million units of penicillin G sodium, a penicillin G salt used for treating bacterial infections like pneumonia and meningitis. It falls under HTS 3004.10.10.20 as a medicament consisting of unmixed penicillin G salts put up in measured doses for therapeutic use, specifically classified as 'singles' for individual administration.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+100.0%100%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+100.0%100%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+100.0%100%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3003Lower: 12.5% vs 100%

If not put up in measured doses or retail packing

Bulk penicillin G salts without measured doses or retail forms classify under unmixed medicaments in heading 3003.

2941.10Lower: 12.5% vs 100%

If imported as chemical intermediates without therapeutic labeling

Pure penicillanic acid derivatives not presented as finished medicaments fall under Chapter 29 organic chemicals.

3004.20.00Same rate: 100%

If containing other penicillins like ampicillin instead

Medicaments with penicillins lacking penicillanic acid structure (e.g., semisynthetic types) shift to different subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain FDA approval and Drug Master File for active ingredients; provide batch certificates and stability data

• Verify cold chain logistics to maintain sterility

• Avoid misclassification by confirming penicillanic acid structure in lab reports