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Tolmetin Sodium API USP Grade from Japan

USP-grade tolmetin sodium anhydrous is a high-purity active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) classified as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug targeting pain and fever. It matches HTS 2933.99.55.30 due to its aromatic heterocyclic structure and role as an analgesic affecting the central nervous system. Imported in bulk for generic drug manufacturing.

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

Comply with US Pharmacopeia standards and provide CoA confirming anhydrous state; register with FDA's Drug Establishment Registration system prior to import

Avoid common pitfalls like inadequate impurity profiling which can trigger FDA holds

Tolmetin Sodium API USP Grade from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2933.99.55.30