Paroxetine Hydrochloride from Japan

Paroxetine hydrochloride (Paxil) is an SSRI antidepressant with a piperazine ring, used for depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Its classification under HTS 2933.59.46.00 stems from being an aromatic heterocyclic psychotherapeutic agent.

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

Ensure polymorphic form stability documentation, as paroxetine has hemihydrate requirements

Use tamper-evident packaging for transport to maintain API integrity per cGMP standards

Cross-check with FDA Orange Book for approved uses to confirm psychotherapeutic status