Primaquine Phosphate from Japan
Primaquine phosphate is a synthetic 8-aminoquinoline derivative used for radical cure of Plasmodium vivax malaria. It qualifies for HTS 2933.49.60.00 as a quinoline ring-system compound listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, not further fused. The phosphate salt follows the parent compound per chapter classification rules.
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
• Include G6PD deficiency warnings in documentation; comply with CDC import guidelines for tropical disease drugs; avoid retail packaging to maintain Chapter 29 status