Zaleplon API from Japan
Zaleplon, active in Sonata sleep aid, contains pyrazole ring as core structure for non-benzodiazepine hypnotic action. HTS 2933.19.4500 classification for unfused pyrazole drugs. Bulk API for capsule production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
3.7%
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
• Controlled substance documentation required (Schedule IV); include DEA import permit
• Specify pyrazole acetamide structure in technical dossier with mass spec confirmation