Hydrocortisone Cream 1% USP
A topical corticosteroid cream used for relieving itching, redness, and inflammation associated with skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. It consists of mixed active ingredients including hydrocortisone acetate, put up in measured doses in tubes for retail sale. Classified under HTS 3004.90.92.51 as a dermatological agent for therapeutic use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marketed solely as a cosmetic without therapeutic claims
Preparations for care of skin lacking prophylactic/therapeutic uses fall under Chapter 33 beauty products.
If single unmixed active ingredient without excipients
Unmixed medicaments in measured doses are classified in heading 3003, not 3004 for mixed products.
If intended for ophthalmic rather than dermatological use
Eye-specific topical agents fall under separate subheading for anti-infectives/local anesthetics.
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Calamine Lotion USP
Shake lotion containing calamine, zinc oxide, and phenol for soothing itchy, irritated skin from poison ivy or sunburn. Formulated as mixed product in measured retail bottles. Dermatological agent under HTS 3004.90.92.51.
Dibucaine Cream 1%
Potent topical anesthetic cream for pain relief in anorectal conditions and minor skin trauma. Mixed with greaseless base in measured-dose tubes for OTC retail. HTS 3004.90.92.51 local anesthetic classification.
Menthol Camphor Lotion 2%/0.5%
Counterirritant lotion with menthol and camphor for muscle pain and itch relief via cooling sensation. Measured retail doses as mixed dermatological prep. 3004.90.92.51 classification.
Hydroquinone 4% Cream
Depigmenting cream for hyperpigmentation treatment like melasma. Mixed with sunscreen agents in measured tubes. Dermatological therapeutic 3004.90.92.51.
Pimecrolimus Cream 1%
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