Plumbagin (7-Methyljuglone) from Japan
Plumbagin is a naturally derived but synthetically produced naphthoquinone with anticancer and antimicrobial drug properties. Falls under HTS 2914.69.21.00 as a 'drug' quinone, being a chemically defined organic compound with oxygen function.
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 analytical HPLC chromatograms confirming single isomer per Chapter 29 isomer rules
• DEA watch list potential—declare research/pharma use only, no narcotic claims