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1211.50.00.00/Powdered Ephedra Herb/Japan

Powdered Ephedra Herb from Japan

Finely powdered Ephedra leaves and stems for use in dietary supplements and pharmaceuticals due to natural alkaloids like ephedrine. Falls under HTS 1211.50.00.00 for ephedra in crushed or powdered form used primarily in pharmacy.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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Import Tips

• Obtain prior FDA import authorization due to dietary supplement restrictions post-2004 ephedra ban

• Label shipments clearly as 'not for human consumption' if applicable to skirt regulations

Powdered Ephedra Herb from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1211.50.00.00