Fenticonazole Nitrate from Japan
Fenticonazole nitrate, a broad-spectrum imidazole antifungal drug under HTS 2933.29.4500, contains the defining unfused imidazole ring. Effective against dermatophytes, yeasts, and Gram-positive bacteria in topical formulations.
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
• Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) data against C. albicans, dermatophytes required
• Photostability testing critical for topical cream applications
• Preservative challenge testing per USP <51> mandatory documentation