Metyrapone from Japan
Metyrapone, containing a methyl 1-(2-pyridyl)-1-propanone structure, inhibits cortisol synthesis in Cushing's syndrome treatment. HTS 2933.39.41.00 applies for its pyridine ring as a drug per Chapter 29 heterocyclic rules. Pharmaceutical bulk powder for API synthesis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
6.5%
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
• Ketone functionality confirmation via IR spectroscopy supporting pyridine classification
• Specify diagnostic/therapeutic end-use to avoid research chemical reclassification
• Light-sensitive powder; transport in amber containers with stability data