Lorazepam Sodium Salt from Japan
Lorazepam sodium, the sodium salt form of lorazepam, used as an intermediate in injectable pharmaceutical formulations. Falls under HTS 2933.91.0010 per chapter notes classifying salts of named compounds with the parent compound. This water-soluble form enables rapid IV administration for acute anxiety treatment.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include salt characterization data in CoA to confirm identity per chapter note 5(C)(1) on organic compound salts
• Verify importer has DEA registration for handling scheduled substances; maintain chain-of-custody documentation
• Use insulated packaging with temperature monitoring; refrigerated transport often required for salt stability