Potassium Iodide Pharmaceutical Grade Powder from Japan
Fine powder of potassium iodide specifically graded for pharmaceutical use in thyroid protection tablets and expectorants. Classified under HTS 2827.60.20.00 as a pure iodide salt of potassium, distinct from finished medicaments. Imported in sealed drums for compounding into radiation emergency kits.
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
• Obtain FDA Drug Master File and Certificate of Analysis showing >99% purity; declare as bulk chemical not finished drug to avoid 3004 reclassification
• Watch for moisture-proof packaging to prevent degradation during shipping