Meprobamate from Japan
Meprobamate, an aromatic dicarbamate ureine derivative, functions as an anxiolytic and sedative drug. HTS 2924.21.20.00 applies due to its inclusion in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for specific cyclic amide compounds. This pure chemical import is distinguished from formulated medicaments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Cross-reference exact CAS number against note 3 to prevent misclassification disputes
• Use temperature-controlled shipping to maintain stability, with documentation proving compliance
• Avoid co-mingling with other APIs in shipment to prevent mixture reclassification