Plan B One-Step Emergency Contraceptive
Plan B One-Step contains levonorgestrel, a progestin hormone from heading 2937, in a single-dose tablet to prevent pregnancy post-unprotected sex. It delays ovulation via hormonal mechanism. Falls under HTS 3006.60.00.00 for hormone-based chemical contraceptives.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as hormone therapy for menstrual disorders rather than emergency contraception
Heading 3004 covers hormone medicaments; contraceptive intent per Chapter Note 6(h) dictates 3006 classification.
If pure levonorgestrel powder for further pharmaceutical processing
Unformulated hormones remain in Chapter 29 as organic chemicals, excluding finished Chapter 30 preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify as OTC drug; ensure Rx vs non-Rx status matches US labeling
• Provide stability data for levonorgestrel; temperature-controlled shipping recommended
• Watch for spermicide combos which stay in 3006 but require separate validation
Related Products under HTS 3006.60.00.00
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Birth Control Pills
Ortho Tri-Cyclen is an oral contraceptive containing a combination of norgestimate (a progestin from heading 2937) and ethinyl estradiol (a hormone). It prevents ovulation and alters cervical mucus to inhibit sperm penetration. Classified under HTS 3006.60.00.00 as a chemical contraceptive preparation based on hormones and heading 2937 products.
VCF Vaginal Contraceptive Film Spermicide
VCF is a thin film containing nonoxynol-9 spermicide that dissolves vaginally to immobilize sperm. Put up in measured doses for contraceptive use. Directly classifiable in HTS 3006.60.00.00 as spermicide-based chemical preparation per Chapter Note.
Seasonique Extended-Cycle Birth Control
Seasonique provides 91-day cycles with levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol hormones to reduce periods. Extended regimen via heading 2937 progestins. HTS 3006.60.00.00 for hormone-based contraceptives.
NuvaRing Vaginal Contraceptive Ring
NuvaRing is a flexible ring releasing etonogestrel (progestin, 2937) and ethinyl estradiol locally for 3 weeks. Provides steady hormone delivery for contraception. Chapter Note 6(h) places polymer devices with hormones in HTS 3006.60.00.00.
Conceptrol Nonoxynol-9 Gel Spermicide
Conceptrol contraceptive gel with 4% nonoxynol-9 spermicide in measured-dose applicators. Disrupts sperm motility and viability. Spermicide preparations explicitly covered by HTS 3006.60.00.00.
Aviane Generic Birth Control Pills
Aviane is the generic equivalent of Alesse, containing levonorgestrel (2937 progestin) and ethinyl estradiol. Low-dose monophasic formulation for daily contraception. HTS 3006.60.00.00 for hormone contraceptives.