Acepromazine Maleate Tablets from China
Acepromazine maleate tablets, containing a phenothiazine alkaloid derivative, are used as a tranquilizer for dogs, cats, and horses pre-surgery or for sedation. Packaged in measured doses for veterinary retail sale. Falls under HTS 3004.49.00.05 due to its alkaloid content and veterinary therapeutic application.
Duty Rate — China → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify veterinary labeling distinguishes from human phenothiazines; include batch testing for purity
• Declare as 'for veterinary use only' to avoid human drug scrutiny; check for controlled substance status