Thiamine Hydrochloride Powder from Japan
Thiamine hydrochloride, the chloride salt of vitamin B1, features an aromatic thiazole ring and falls under HTS 2934.10.10.00 per U.S. note 3 requirements. Used in pharmaceutical manufacturing and animal feed fortification.
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
• Provide FDA registration and Drug Master File (DMF) if destined for US pharmaceutical production
• Confirm batch testing for heavy metals and microbial limits per USP <561> standards
• Use UN-approved packaging for moisture-sensitive hygroscopic powders