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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
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
• 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