Warfarin Sodium Precursor (4-Hydroxycoumarin Base) from Japan
4-Hydroxycoumarin base used to synthesize warfarin sodium, a pharmaceutical anticoagulant. Classified in HTS 2932.20.2500 for its specific aromatic lactone structure per subheading.
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 DMF reference for pharma use; test for heavy metals per USP
• Pitfall: pharma intermediates sometimes misentered under 2940