Venlafaxine Hydrochloride from Japan

Venlafaxine hydrochloride (Effexor) is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant with piperazine moiety for depression and anxiety. Classified under HTS 2933.59.46.00 for its aromatic psychotherapeutic profile.

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

Document extended-release formulation compatibility if applicable to API specs

Include stability data under ICH guidelines for accelerated approval pathways

Verify no undeclared impurities from synthesis that could trigger reclassification