N312899 N3 Ruling Active

The tariff classification of Fluphenazine Hydrochloride Tablets in dosage form, from Italy

Issued July 29, 2020 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 3004.90.9235

Headings: 3004

Product description

Fluphenazine hydrochloride, imported in 1 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg and 10 mg tablets, belongs to a class of medications called phenothiazines. It is indicated in the management of manifestations of psychotic disorders.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for the Fluphenazine Hydrochloride Tablets in dosage form will be 3004.90.9235, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Medicaments … consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses … or in forms or packings for retail sale: Other: Other: Other: Medicaments primarily affecting the central nervous system: Antidepressants, tranquilizers, and other psychotherapeutic agents.

Full text

N312899 July 29, 2020 CLA-2-30:OT:RR:NC:N3:138 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3004.90.9235 Mr. Pradeep Shah Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. 73 Route 31 North Pennington, NJ 08534-3601 RE: The tariff classification of Fluphenazine Hydrochloride Tablets in dosage form, from Italy Dear Mr. Shah: In your letter dated July 1, 2020, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Fluphenazine hydrochloride, imported in 1 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg and 10 mg tablets, belongs to a class of medications called phenothiazines. It is indicated in the management of manifestations of psychotic disorders. The applicable subheading for the Fluphenazine Hydrochloride Tablets in dosage form will be 3004.90.9235, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Medicaments … consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses … or in forms or packings for retail sale: Other: Other: Other: Medicaments primarily affecting the central nervous system: Antidepressants, tranquilizers, and other psychotherapeutic agents.” The rate of duty will be free. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on the World Wide Web at https://hts.usitc.gov/current. This merchandise may be subject to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and/or The Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 (The Bioterrorism Act), which are administered by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Information on the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, as well as The Bioterrorism Act, can be obtained by calling the FDA at 1-888-463-6332, or by visiting their website at www.fda.gov. 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 Judy Lee at [email protected]. Sincerely, Steven A. Mack Director National Commodity Specialist Division

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