Sulfasalazine USP from Japan
Sulfasalazine is a synthetic organo-sulfur compound used primarily as an anti-inflammatory drug for treating ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis. It features a sulfonamide group directly linked to carbon atoms, qualifying it as an organo-sulfur compound under heading 2930. Classified specifically under 2930.90.92.35 as a pharmaceutical drug.
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
• Obtain FDA Drug Master File and ensure Certificate of Analysis confirms USP purity standards for pharmaceutical import
• Provide detailed chemical composition and therapeutic claims documentation to avoid reclassification as a mixture
• Verify DEA scheduling status as it's non-controlled but requires accurate labeling to prevent delays