Thiamine Mononitrate USP from Japan
Thiamine mononitrate is a synthetic form of vitamin B1 containing an unfused thiazole ring in its aromatic structure, classified under HTS 2934.10.10.00 as a heterocyclic compound described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. It is primarily used as a nutritional supplement in fortified foods and pharmaceuticals.
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
• Verify USP or EP grade certification and provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming thiazole structure and purity >98%
• Ensure proper labeling as 'Products described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI' for CBP clearance
• Avoid misclassification as finished vitamins (Chapter 30); ship as bulk chemical with stabilizer if needed