Methaqualone Base (Pure) from Japan
Pure methaqualone (INN) is a synthetic quinazolinone sedative with a fused pyrimidine ring structure. Classified under HTS 2933.55.00.00 for its specific naming as a heterocyclic nitrogen compound with pyrimidine ring, adhering to chapter notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds. Imported primarily for forensic analysis or pharmaceutical reference standards.
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 analytical HPLC reports proving chemical identity; register as Schedule I substance with DEA
• Pitfall: bulk shipments without end-user certificates trigger scrutiny