Nicotine Bitartrate from Japan
Nicotine bitartrate is a salt of nicotine, featuring a pyridine ring (isoquinoline-related) used in smoking cessation therapies. Though Chapter 29 excludes some, this synthetic form qualifies under HTS 2933.49.60.00 per additional U.S. note 3 for specific quinoline/isoquinoline compounds. Salts follow parent classification.
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
• Declare DEA controlled substance status if applicable; ensure child-resistant packaging compliance; verify not classified as tobacco extract