Cholestyramine USP Ion-Exchange Beads

Uniform spherical beads of cross-linked polyvinylbenzyltrimethylammonium chloride (Cholestyramine USP) designed for bile acid sequestration in cholesterol-lowering therapies. Classified under HTS 3914.00.20.00 due to its exact chemical specification as a primary-form ion-exchanger.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3911.90Lower: 16.5% vs 35%

If uncross-linked polyethylene base polymer

Lacks cross-linking and specific quaternary ammonium substitution, falling to base polymer of ethylene.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If processed into rigid filtration cartridges

Fabricated into articles of plastics moves from primary form to other plastic items.

3006.92.00.00Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for veterinary use in animal feed additives

Veterinary medicaments have separate classification regardless of polymer form.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include particle size distribution and swelling index test data in documentation; ensure bead form doesn't trigger 'articles' classification under 3917+; watch for FDA prior notice requirements as pharmaceutical precursor