Cholesterol USP Powder from Japan
Cholesterol is a sterol alcohol essential for cell membrane structure, classified under HTS 2906.13.5000 as a cyclanic cyclic alcohol within the sterols category. This USP-grade powder is used in pharmaceutical formulations and biochemical research. It meets chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic 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%
Import Tips
• Provide Certificate of Analysis confirming purity >99% and USP compliance; ensure proper labeling as 'research chemical' to avoid medicinal product scrutiny; declare exact sterol content to prevent reclassification under pharmaceutical headings