Cefepime Hydrochloride 1g Intravenous Powder for Injection from China
This is a sterile lyophilized powder containing cefepime hydrochloride (1 gram per vial) mixed with L-arginine, intended for reconstitution and intravenous administration to treat bacterial infections. It falls under HTS 3004.20.00.71 as a medicament containing cefepime or its salts, put up in measured doses for therapeutic use against gram-negative bacteria. The product is unmixed antibiotic in a single-dose vial suitable for hospital retail packing.
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Import Tips
• Obtain FDA approval and NDC numbering prior to import, as cefepime is a prescription antibiotic requiring strict regulatory compliance
• Provide certificates of analysis (COA) confirming cefepime salt purity and sterility to avoid CBP holds at entry
• Ensure proper cold chain documentation if required during transit to maintain efficacy of the lyophilized powder