Lidocaine Hydrochloride from Japan
Lidocaine is an aromatic amino-compound featuring an amino-ether oxygen function, used as a local anesthetic. Classified under HTS 2922.50.4000 as 'other' aromatic amino-compounds with oxygen function per Chapter 29 provisions. The hydrochloride salt follows the base compound classification per note on salts.
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
• Include DEA import permit for controlled substances; provide salt analysis confirming organic base classification; check for anti-dumping duties on pharmaceutical APIs