Nicotine Free Base Liquid from Japan
Pure nicotine ((S)-3-(1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine), a pyridine-pyrrolidine bicyclic nitrogen heterocyclic compound used in pharmaceuticals and vaping. Classified in HTS 2933.99.9701 as other nitrogen heterocycles; pyridine ring qualifies despite dual heteroatoms per heading scope.
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
• DEA Form 236 required for >0.5% concentration; common violation is missing precursor chemical registration
• Declare exact enantiomeric purity; racemic mixtures may shift to 2933.39
• Solvent-dissolved forms must meet Chapter note (e) criteria or face 3824 reclassification