Ma Huang Ephedra Extract 8% Ephedrine from Japan
Standardized Ma Huang (Ephedra sinica) extract guaranteed at 8% ephedrine alkaloids in powder form. HTS 1302.14.0100 applies to this vegetable extract of ephedra before further pharmaceutical processing. Common in traditional Chinese medicine.
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
• Require third-party HPLC testing certificates proving ephedrine content under 25% to maintain extract status
• Avoid 'supplement' labeling on packaging to prevent Chapter 30 reclassification
• Declare exact alkaloid profile; high ephedrine may trigger DEA scrutiny