Amlodipine Besylate from Japan
Amlodipine besylate is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker used primarily for treating hypertension and angina. As a heterocyclic compound with nitrogen hetero-atoms in its aromatic structure, it falls under HTS 2933.99.53.00 as a cardiovascular drug. This classification applies to its pure chemical form imported for pharmaceutical use.
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
• Obtain FDA approval and Drug Master File (DMF) prior to import; ensure Certificate of Analysis verifies purity >99%
• Label shipments with full chemical name, CAS number (113665-84-2), and 'For Pharmaceutical Use Only' to avoid misclassification