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2941.50.00.00 - Erythromycin and its derivatives; salts thereof 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of Quantityg
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty25%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

Category 2941.50.00.00 specifically encompasses erythromycin and any compounds derived from it, as well as their respective salts. Erythromycin is a macrolide antibiotic, known for its effectiveness against a range of bacterial infections. This classification is designed to capture the pure substance and all chemically modified forms or salts that retain the core erythromycin structure and therapeutic activity.

This category is distinct from other antibiotic classifications within Chapter 29 due to its specific focus on erythromycin. For instance, it does not include penicillins (2941.10), streptomycins (2941.20), tetracyclines (2941.30.00.00), or chloramphenicol (2941.40.00.00), each of which represents a different class of antibiotic with unique chemical structures and mechanisms of action. Any antibiotic not fitting into the aforementioned specific categories would likely fall under the "Other" category (2941.90).

As a leaf node, 2941.50.00.00 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification within this heading relies on clearly identifying the substance as erythromycin, a derivative thereof, or a salt thereof. Practical classification will involve examining the chemical composition and nomenclature to ensure it accurately reflects the goods being imported or exported.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 2941.50.00.00?
HTS code 2941.50.00.00 covers Erythromycin and its derivatives; salts thereof under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 29: Organic chemicals.
›What products are classified under 2941.50.00.00?
This classification covers Erythromycin and its derivatives; salts thereof. It is a subcategory of Antibiotics: (2941).
›What is the import duty rate for 2941.50.00.00?
The general rate of duty for HTS 2941.50.00.00 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 25%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 2941.50.00.00?
Imports under HTS 2941.50.00.00 are measured in g.

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