Chemical & Pharmaceutical Tariff Classification

• Chemicals and pharmaceutical items are often classified incorrectly due to the nature of the pharmaceutical trade and the complexity of the tariff.
• Compliance determination can be challenging due to the newness and speed of product movements, but accurate classification is critical.
• Finished drugs are typically classified in Chapter 30 and must be therapeutic, prophylactic, or curative.
• Chemicals should not be classified with just the MSDS and require knowledge of the principal use, chemical structure, and functional groups.
• Signs that help may be needed include frequent Customs Requests for Information or Notices of Action for classification changes.

Source blog.tradewin.net

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