Lidocaine 5% Ointment
Topical anesthetic ointment providing numbing relief for minor burns, insect bites, and skin irritations. Contains lidocaine as the active ingredient mixed with emollients, packaged in measured doses for retail sale. Falls under HTS 3004.90.92.51 as a local anesthetic dermatological agent.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as unmixed bulk API powder
Pure lidocaine base without formulation for retail is a Chapter 29 organic chemical.
If containing penicillin or derivatives
Antibiotics have dedicated heading 3004.20 regardless of dermatological application.
If sold as aftershave with anesthetic claims
Beauty preparations for shaving, even with lidocaine, classified by use in Chapter 33.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm NDC number registration with FDA; provide stability data for shipping conditions
• Label must specify 'for external use only' per OTC monograph; include child-resistant packaging
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