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Lidocaine 4% Topical Spray

Metered spray containing 4% lidocaine for numbing mucous membranes or skin during minor surgical prep or laryngoscopy. HTS 3004.90.92.50 applies to this dermatological local anesthetic in measured dose aerosol form for retail sale.

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.

3004.90.10Lower: Free vs 100%

If antibiotic dermatological agents

Dermatologicals containing antibiotics are separately classified in 3004.90.10, distinct from pure anesthetics.

8424.89.90Lower: 40% vs 100%

If spray device sold separately without medicament

Empty mechanical appliances for projecting liquids are in Chapter 84, not as medicaments.

3307.30Lower: 17.4% vs 100%

If primarily perfumed air freshener

Chapter notes exclude preparations of 3303-3307 even with therapeutic properties if not medicinal.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Aerosol products require pressure vessel certification; ensure UN/DOT compliance for shipping

• Label as 'contains local anesthetic' to avoid cosmetic misclassification under Chapter 33

• Test for propellant type; non-medicinal aerosols shift to heading 2711 if hydrocarbon-based

Related Products under HTS 3004.90.92.50

Lidocaine 5% Ointment

A topical ointment containing 5% lidocaine hydrochloride, used for numbing skin prior to minor procedures like injections or dermatological treatments. Classified under HTS 3004.90.92.50 as a dermatological agent and local anesthetic in measured doses for retail sale, consisting of unmixed active ingredient in a base.

Lidocaine 2% Viscous Solution

An oral viscous liquid with 2% lidocaine hydrochloride for relieving pain from mouth sores, canker sores, or post-dental procedures. Falls under HTS 3004.90.92.50 as a local anesthetic put up in measured doses (e.g., 15mL bottles) for retail therapeutic use.

Lidocaine Hydrochloride 2% Jelly

Sterile lubricating jelly with 2% lidocaine HCl for urological procedures or gynecological exams, providing anesthesia and lubrication. Classified in HTS 3004.90.92.50 as a mixed local anesthetic product in measured doses for therapeutic use.

Lidocaine 5% Patch Transdermal System

Adhesive transdermal patch delivering 5% lidocaine for prolonged relief of post-herpetic neuralgia pain. HTS 3004.90.92.50 covers this form of local anesthetic put up for retail therapeutic use as specified in heading description.

Lidocaine 10% Cream

High-strength prescription cream with 10% lidocaine for localized pain relief in dermatological conditions like shingles. Under HTS 3004.90.92.50 as a retail-packed local anesthetic for prophylactic/therapeutic skin uses.

Lidocaine HCl Injection 1% Solution

Single-dose vial of 1% lidocaine hydrochloride injection for local infiltration anesthesia in dental or minor surgery. Though injectable, classified in HTS 3004.90.92.50 when put up in measured retail doses as dermatological/local anesthetic.