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Pharmaceutical Grade Ammonium Chloride Powder from Japan

High-purity ammonium chloride powder (NH4Cl) meeting USP standards for use as an expectorant in cough syrups and pharmaceutical formulations. Classified under HTS 2827.10.00.00 as a chemically defined chloride of ammonium, not covered by medicinal product exclusions in other chapters.

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

Obtain FDA registration and provide USP certificate for drug master file compliance; label as 'for pharmaceutical use only' to avoid food additive scrutiny

Watch for moisture content to prevent caking during transit