Pyridine Hydrochloride from Japan
Pyridine hydrochloride is the salt form of pyridine used in chemical synthesis and as a reagent for protein extraction. It falls under HTS 2933.39.61.91 as a heterocyclic nitrogen compound with unfused pyridine ring, classified with the parent base per chapter note on salts. The pure salt meets chemically defined compound criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.628.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Specify water content and HCl ratio in technical specifications to confirm salt identity
• Use proper DOT/ IATA shipping classification (UN 2678, corrosive)
• Maintain segregation from incompatible materials during storage per OSHA guidelines