2-Methyl-1,4-Naphthoquinone (Menadione) from Japan
Menadione, or 2-methyl-1,4-naphthoquinone, is a synthetic vitamin K3 precursor used in animal feed and pharmaceuticals. Falls under HTS 2914.69.90.00 as an 'other' quinone; distinguished from hormone products of 2937. Its methyl-substituted quinone structure provides vitamin K activity.
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
• Obtain FDA prior notice for animal feed use; comply with AAFCO specifications
• Document purity >97% to avoid mixture classification under 3824
• Include vitamin activity assay results for CBP verification