Double-Blind Placebo NSAID Gel with Diclofenac from Mexico
Inert gel placebos matching diclofenac NSAID topical gel, packaged with medicinals for arthritis pain clinical trials. Fits HTS 3006.93.10.00 for placebos in measured-dose blinded kits with medicinal preparations.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Ensure gel formulations meet cGMP for topical pharmaceuticals
• Label for external use only, even for placebos, to avoid misuse
• Check for excipient declarations that could affect classification