2843.90.00.00/Gold Sodium Thiomalate/Japan

Gold Sodium Thiomalate from Japan

Gold sodium thiomalate is an organic gold compound used in rheumatoid arthritis treatment. Despite organic components, classified under HTS 2843.90.00.00 per chapter notes for precious metal compounds.

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%

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Import Tips

• Distinguish from finished pharmaceuticals; pure API status requires bulk packaging proof

• FDA import alerts may apply; pre-clear with drug establishment registration

• Document organic ligand structure to justify Chapter 28 over Chapter 29 classification