2916.39.15.00/Ibuprofen with Stabilizer/Japan

Ibuprofen with Stabilizer from Japan

Ibuprofen acid containing added antioxidants or stabilizers for transport stability, as allowed under chapter note 6(f). Remains HTS 2916.39.15.00 as the primary compound with necessary preservation additives. Common for long-haul pharma imports.

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

• Document stabilizer as 'necessary for preservation' not functional additive; limit to <1% by weight

• Pitfall: excess additives reclassify as Chapter 38