Pharmaceutical Grade Lactose Monohydrate USP from Japan
Highly purified lactose monohydrate powder meeting USP standards, containing 99% or more anhydrous lactose on a dry matter basis. Used as a filler and diluent in tablet manufacturing for pharmaceuticals. Classified under HTS 1702.11.00.00 due to its high lactose purity in solid form.
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
• Verify anhydrous lactose content via polarimeter testing to confirm 99%+ purity for classification
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) showing USP compliance and dry matter calculation
• Avoid quota issues by distinguishing from cane/beet sugar-derived products under Chapter 17 notes