Mepivacaine Hydrochloride from Japan
An amide local anesthetic, mepivacaine hydrochloride features an aromatic cyclic amide derivative structure. Falls under HTS 2924.29.62 for aromatic cyclic amides listed as 'other drugs'. Adheres to Chapter 29 rules for pure organic compounds.
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 vasoconstrictor compatibility data if epinephrinated; FDA prior notice required
• Validate chiral HPLC assays for enantiomeric excess
• Use UN-approved pharma packaging for air import