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Amoxicillin 500mg Capsules

Amoxicillin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections and ear infections. It falls under HTS 3004.90.92.15 as an anti-infective medicament consisting of an unmixed product put up in measured doses for therapeutic use.

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.

2941.10.50.00Same rate: 100%

If imported in bulk powder form without measured doses

Bulk active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) are classified under Chapter 29 as organic chemicals, not finished medicaments.

3003.39Lower: 12.5% vs 100%

If primarily for veterinary use

Medicaments for animal use fall under heading 3003, separate from human therapeutic products.

3004.90Same rate: 100%

If classified as a different therapeutic category like cardiovascular

Heading structure separates anti-infectives (3004.90.92) from other medicaments (3004.90.91).

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify FDA approval and provide Certificate of Pharmaceutical Product (CPP) for import clearance

• Include detailed batch certificates and stability data to avoid detention at customs

• Label with exact dosage, expiration date, and storage conditions to meet retail packing requirements