Microcrystalline Cellulose Placebo Capsules

Empty or filler-filled gelatin capsules containing only microcrystalline cellulose for use in double-blind clinical studies. Falls under HTS 3006.93.80.00 as blinded clinical trial placebos in measured doses with non-medicament chemicals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+25.0%30%
🇲🇽Mexico5%5%
🇨🇦Canada5%5%
🇩🇪Germany5%5%
🇯🇵Japan5%5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3912.39.00.00Lower: 29.2% vs 30%

If imported in bulk powder form

Cellulose polymers in primary forms under Chapter 39, not pharmaceutical kits.

3006.93.20.00Lower: 17.9% vs 30%

If kits contain active medicaments

Medicament-containing trial kits use different subheading.

2106.90.48.00Lower: 7.5% vs 30%

If for non-clinical food supplement use

Inert fillers without trial documentation treated as food additives.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label shipments clearly as 'Clinical Trial Placebos - Not for Human Consumption Outside Protocol'

Maintain chain-of-custody records from sponsor to investigator site

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