Benzocaine USP Crystals from Japan
Benzocaine (ethyl 4-aminobenzoate), a benzoic acid ester used as a local anesthetic in pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. Specifically controlled under HTS 2916.31.30.00 as listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI.
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
• Include DEA import permit if exceeding personal use quantities
• Provide USP monograph testing results confirming >98% purity
• Label clearly as 'not for injection' to match technical specifications