Pharma-Grade Empty Gelatin Capsules

Unfilled pharma-grade hard gelatin capsules meeting USP standards, from high-purity unhardened gelatin for prescription compounding. Size agnostic, focused on quality. HTS 9602.00.10.40 for empty worked gelatin.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+17.5%20.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

3006.92.00.00Lower: 10% vs 20.5%

If pre-filled with sterile powders

Sterile pharma preps in capsules are Chapter 30 articles.

3822Lower: 10% vs 20.5%

If diagnostic lab reagents when filled

Lab diagnostic kits shift to Chapter 38.

3507.90Lower: 10% vs 20.5%

If enzymes-modified gelatin

Enzyme-treated gelatins are modified proteins under 3507.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide USP/EP certs; declare 'empty, not for direct oral use'

Quarantine for microbial testing common at entry