The tariff classification of Benazepril (CAS-86541-75-5), imported in bulk form, from China

NY L83647 April 1, 2005 CLA-2-29:RR:NC:2:238 L83647 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 2933.79.0800 Mr. Joseph J. Chivini Austin Chemical Company, Inc. 1565 Barclay Boulevard Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 RE: The tariff classification of Benazepril (CAS-86541-75-5), imported in bulk form, from China Dear Mr. Chivini: In your letter dated March 21, 2005, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The subject product, Benazepril, is indicated for the treatment of hypertension. The applicable subheading for Benazepril, imported in bulk form, will be 2933.79.0800, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Lactams: Other lactams: Aromatic or modified aromatic: Other: Products described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI.” Pursuant to General Note 13, HTS, the rate of duty will be free. This merchandise may be subject to the requirements of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, which is administered by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. You may contact them at 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, Maryland 20857, telephone number 1-888-443-6332. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Harvey Kuperstein at 646-733-3033. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division