</>Build with Tariff Intelligence|Programmatic access to tariff calculations and HS code classification.Explore Developer Resources →

Metronidazole USP from Japan

Metronidazole is a synthetic nitroimidazole antibiotic used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections. It contains an unfused imidazole ring in its structure and is classified as an aromatic heterocyclic compound under HTS 2933.29.43.00 due to its nitrogen hetero-atom and specific chemical configuration.

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

Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) confirming purity meets USP standards,Verify DEA registration if importing quantities exceeding personal use thresholds,Ensure proper labeling as pharmaceutical intermediate to avoid misclassification as finished drug

Metronidazole USP from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2933.29.43.00