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