Ibuprofen USP Grade from Japan

Pharmaceutical-grade ibuprofen, a synthetic aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative (2-(4-(2-methylpropyl)phenyl)propanoic acid), meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards for purity and potency. Classified under HTS 2916.39.15.00 as it is specifically listed as ibuprofen, a chemically defined organic compound in the aromatic monocarboxylic acids heading. Used primarily as an active pharmaceutical ingredient in pain relief medications.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify USP certificate of analysis and DMF filing with FDA for API imports; ensure proper temperature-controlled shipping to maintain stability

• Common pitfall: mislabeling purity levels leading to reclassification as mixtures