Famotidine Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient from Japan
Famotidine, a histamine H2-receptor antagonist, features a thiazole-imidazolyl nitrogen heterocyclic structure qualifying for HTS 2933.99.90.00. Imported as bulk drug substance for acid reflux medications like Pepcid.
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
• Include polymorph Form A certificate to match FDA reference
• Validate impurity profile per ICH Q3A guidelines
• Use temperature-controlled shipping to prevent degradation