Ritodrine Hydrochloride from Japan
Ritodrine hydrochloride is a beta-adrenergic agonist containing a phenethylamine linked to a modified aromatic thiazole ring, used as tocolytic agent. The unfused thiazole determines HTS 2934.10.20.00 classification as 'other' aromatic thiazole. Pharmaceutical intermediates with heterocyclic principal structure.
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/FDA precursor documentation required for pharmaceutical API status
• Chemical structure diagram on invoice confirming thiazole ring essential
• GMP certificate verifies bulk drug substance vs finished dosage classification