Ephedra Sinica Extract Powder from Japan
Pure powdered extract derived from Ephedra sinica plants, standardized to contain ephedrine alkaloids. Classified under HTS 1302.14.0100 as a vegetable extract specifically of ephedra, excluding medicaments or mixtures with sugars. Used in dietary supplements and traditional herbal preparations.
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
• Verify alkaloid content via lab testing to confirm classification as ephedra extract, not a finished medicament under Chapter 30
• Provide Certificates of Analysis (CoA) showing botanical origin and purity; avoid shipments mixed with sugars exceeding 10%
• Comply with FDA import alerts on ephedrine-containing products; declare as raw extract only