Trifluridine Pure Substance from Japan
Trifluridine is a fluorinated pyrimidine nucleoside used as an antiviral agent in ophthalmic solutions. Classifies under HTS 2933.59.59.00 for pyrimidine ring drugs not elsewhere specified. Chapter notes confirm nitrogen hetero-atom priority.
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
• Optical purity certificate essential for chiral pyrimidine derivatives
• Temperature-controlled shipping manifests prevent degradation claims
• Distinguish from trifluridine sodium salt which may classify differently