Ticlopidine Hydrochloride from Japan
Ticlopidine hydrochloride, first-generation thienopyridine, inhibits platelet aggregation for stroke prevention. Nitrogen-heterocyclic aromatic structure places it in HTS 2933.99.53.00 as cardiovascular drug API. Less common but imported for niche generic markets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Neutropenia risk - include clinical safety data in import dossier
• Less stable than clopidogrel - tighter retest period (24 months)
• Niche market - verify ANDA status before large shipments