Lorazepam (Ativan) from Japan
Lorazepam, a 2-chloro-1,4-benzodiazepine, acts as an intermediate-acting sedative-hypnotic and anticonvulsant with nitrogen-containing heterocyclic rings. Falls under HTS 2933.99.65.00 as an aromatic drug primarily affecting the CNS. Bulk API imported for tablet/capsule production.
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
• Controlled substance import license required; submit 21 CFR 1312.13 declarations 15 days prior
• Provide chiral HPLC certificate verifying (S)-enantiomer purity for therapeutic efficacy
• Label clearly as 'Bulk Drug Substance - Not for Direct Human Use' to avoid Chapter 30