Pharma Intermediate Benzaldehyde from Japan
High-assay benzaldehyde purified for synthesis of APIs like loratadine, a cyclic aldehyde essential in pharmaceutical cascades. Classified in HTS 2912.21.00.00 under chapter notes for pure organic compounds used as intermediates. Meets cGMP for drug manufacturing.
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 Drug Master File reference helpful; ensure DMF status for APIs
• Track DEA if downstream controlled substances