Zolpidem Tartrate from Japan
Zolpidem, an imidazopyridine hypnotic, features a bicyclic nitrogen-heterocyclic structure modified with aromatic rings. Classified in HTS 2933.99.65.00 as a sedative primarily affecting CNS via GABA receptor modulation. Imported as tartrate salt API for immediate-release tablets.
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
• Include counterion analysis certificate confirming tartrate salt formation per Chapter Note 5(C)
• Schedule IV reporting via DEA's Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) system
• Avoid retail packaging which triggers Chapter 30 medicaments classification