- 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
