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Levofloxacin Hemihydrate from Japan

Levofloxacin hemihydrate is a broad-spectrum fluoroquinolone antibiotic featuring a bicyclic nitrogen-heterocyclic structure with carboxylic acid functionality. Classified under HTS 2933.99.46.00 as an aromatic anti-infective drug per Chapter 29 notes for chemically defined compounds.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.628.5%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 stereochemical purity documentation (S-enantiomer >98%)

Verify compliance with USP/EP monographs for hydrate content

Ensure proper DEA scheduling documentation if applicable

Levofloxacin Hemihydrate from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2933.99.46.00