Aluminum Pharmaceutical Ointment Tube

Collapsible aluminum tube under 20L for medicinal ointments, with protective internal coating. Fits HTS 7612.90.1060 as a small non-gas aluminum container, rigid or collapsible tubular type, no equipment fitted.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.7%+75.0%80.7%
🇲🇽Mexico5.7%+50.0%55.7%
🇨🇦Canada5.7%+50.0%55.7%
🇩🇪Germany5.7%+50.0%55.7%
🇯🇵Japan5.7%+50.0%55.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

3004.90Lower: 10% vs 80.7%

If pre-filled with medicaments like antibiotic ointments

Pharmaceutical content dominates classification under Chapter 30.

7612.90.10Same rate: 80.7%

If capacity between 20-300 liters

Subheading shifts for larger but still limited-capacity drums/boxes.

9018.90.75Lower: 35% vs 80.7%

If specialized for medical/surgical instruments

Containers designed for sterile medical tools fall under surgical accessory headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Comply with USP/EP standards for pharma-grade aluminum; provide lot traceability docs

Avoid classification errors by specifying 'empty tube' on invoices if not filled

Inspect for heat insulation – even minor adds risk reclassification

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