Pyridostigmine Bromide API from Japan
Pyridostigmine bromide, a quaternary pyridinium cholinesterase inhibitor, falls under HTS 2933.99.90.00 as a nitrogen heterocyclic drug. Used for myasthenia gravis treatment, imported as sterile bulk powder.
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 sterility validation for injectable grade material
• Provide bromide counterion assay certificates
• Monitor CWC chemical weapons convention precursor status