Chlorambucil from Japan
Chlorambucil is a nitrogen mustard alkylating agent with chloro substitutions derived from phenylbutyric acid (heading 2912), used in chemotherapy. HTS 2913.00.50.00 covers its halogenated structure. Antineoplastic pharmaceutical API.
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
• Controlled substance; DEA import permit may be required
• Cytotoxic hazard; special packaging and handling declarations needed
• Distinguish API from finished dosage forms (Chapter 30)