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