New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment

Betamethasone ointment is a potent topical corticosteroid for severe skin disorders like psoriasis. Put up in retail tubes with measured doses containing corticosteroid derivatives, it fits HTS 3004.32.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+100.0%100%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+100.0%100%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+100.0%100%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+15.0%15%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

3004.39.00Same rate: 100%

If combined with sex hormones

Other 2937 hormones would classify differently.

3006.70.00Lower: 17.5% vs 100%

If sterile gel for surgical lubricant use

Surgical preparation gels fall under specific 3006 provisions.

3822.90.00Lower: 12.5% vs 100%

If diagnostic reagent form

X-ray opacifiers or diagnostic mixes go to Chapter 38.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide prescription drug NDC codes and ANDA approval documents

β€’ Monitor for corticosteroid potency degradation during shipping

β€’ Avoid bulk import packaging to maintain retail classification