Pyridine-3-carboxylic Acid (Nicotinic Acid) (CAS 59-67-6) from Japan
Nicotinic acid, or vitamin B3, is a pyridine derivative with a carboxylic acid at position 3, essential for human nutrition and pharmaceutical use. The pyridine ring structure dictates classification under this heading per Chapter 29 notes on acid functions. HTS 2933.31.00.00 applies to this pyridine compound.
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
• FDA prior notice required for food supplement use
• USP grade requires certificate of analysis for pharmacopeia compliance
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg to prevent mixture classification