Auranofin from Japan
Auranofin is an oral gold-containing drug for rheumatoid arthritis treatment, featuring a gold-phosphine complex. Under HTS 2843.30.00.00 as an organic compound of precious metal.
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
• FDA IND or NDA required; classify bulk API separately from finished meds
• Exact chemical name and CAS# (34077-83-7) on commercial invoice
• Avoid Chapter 30 if imported as bulk chemical, not dosage form