Procaine Hydrochloride from Japan
Procaine is a p-aminobenzoic acid ester with amino-alcohol characteristics and oxygen function, used as a local anesthetic. It qualifies under HTS 2922.50.4000 as an aromatic amino-acid-phenol derivative with oxygen function. Ester classification follows the acid-function compound per Chapter 29 ester note (A).
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
• Ensure ester stability documentation for transport; comply with FDA API registration; label clearly to avoid phenol classification confusion