Gamma-Butyrolactone (GBL) from Japan
Gamma-butyrolactone is a five-membered lactone ring classified as a heterocyclic oxygen compound under HTS 2932.99.61.00 per additional U.S. note 3. Used as solvent and precursor in pharmaceutical synthesis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.628.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Comply with DEA List I chemical import reporting requirements
• Include legitimate end-user statements for controlled precursor
• Maintain detailed import records for 2-year audit compliance