Acetone Pharmaceutical Precursor (EP/BP Grade) from Japan
EP/BP grade acetone acts as a precursor in pharmaceutical synthesis and extraction processes, meeting European Pharmacopoeia standards. It classifies under HTS 2914.11.5000 as other acyclic acetone, a separate chemically defined ketone without other oxygen functions as defined in Chapter 29. This grade ensures minimal impurities for drug manufacturing.
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
• Include pharmacopoeia compliance certificate (EP/BP/USP) but note it doesn't automatically shift to 2914.11.1000 unless final medicinal product
• FDA registration may apply if direct pharma use; declare as chemical intermediate to avoid drug import regulations