Famotidine API from Japan
Famotidine is an aromatic imine-function histamine H2-receptor antagonist used for acid reflux treatment. It qualifies for HTS 2925.29.20.00 as a drug with carboxyimide and imine characteristics. Widely imported for generic antacid tablet production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit BE/ANDA documentation linking to approved reference product
• Include thioether oxidation stability data for impurity control
• Verify dual function classification maintains 'drugs' status under 2925