Pharmaceutical Grade Lactose Monohydrate from Japan
Finely milled lactose monohydrate powder used as a filler and diluent in tablet manufacturing for pharmaceuticals. It falls under HTS 1702.19.00.00 as chemically pure lactose in solid form, distinct from food-grade or flavored variants. This classification applies to other lactose products beyond milk sugar or specific syrups.
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 purity certificates to confirm pharmaceutical grade and avoid reclassification under food headings
• Monitor Chapter 17 sugar quotas; lactose may count toward raw value limits if not exempted
• Include FDA compliance docs like Drug Master Files for pharma imports to prevent CBP holds