Butamben from Japan
Butamben, or butyl aminobenzoate, functions as a local anesthetic in topical formulations for skin irritation. Classified in HTS 2922.50.1700 for its aromatic amino-compound with oxygen function as a dermatological agent. Imported as pure chemical for incorporation into ointments and sprays.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
21%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.628.5%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
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
• Provide infrared spectroscopy data confirming molecular structure matches tariff description
• Ensure no anti-dusting agents render it suitable for specific non-general use per Chapter Note (g)
• Cross-check against Chapter exclusions like finished fire-extinguisher charges in 3813