Indole from Japan
Indole is a bicyclic aromatic heterocyclic compound featuring a benzene ring fused to a pyrrole ring with nitrogen hetero-atom, specifically named in HTS 2933.99.0500. It is widely used as an intermediate in synthesizing pharmaceuticals, perfumes, and agrochemicals.
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 Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying purity >98% to confirm classification as pure chemical compound
• Declare CAS 120-72-9 and ensure compliance with TSCA inventory listing for US importation
• Document end-use as chemical intermediate to prevent reclassification as finished pharmaceutical product