Pharmaceutical Grade Calcium Carbonate USP from Japan
USP-grade calcium carbonate meeting pharmacopeia standards for purity and microbial limits, classified under HTS 2836.50.00.00 as chemically defined compound. Primary ingredient in antacids like Tums and calcium supplements.
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
• Provide USP/EP certificates and microbial/DMSO test results for FDA clearance
• Use sterile packaging and validate against heavy metal limits (<10 ppm Pb)
• File prior notice via FDA PNSI system 72 hours before arrival