Chilled Poppy Straw for Opiate Research Labs from Japan
Chilled poppy straw preserved for laboratory research on opiate alkaloids, used in pharmaceutical R&D. HTS 1211.40.00.00 includes chilled forms for pharmacy/insecticidal purposes, though primarily pharma here. Small-volume imports for controlled studies.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Attach DEA Schedule II research registration for importer/receiver
• Small package exemption possible under 100g but still needs declaration