Pentostatin from Japan
Pentostatin (deoxycoformycin) is a purine nucleoside analog adenosine deaminase inhibitor used in hairy cell leukemia, featuring complex purine heterocyclic system. HTS 2934.99.4700 classification as nucleic acid derivative drug. Highly potent requiring specialized handling.
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
• Biosafety level 2 handling certification; lyophilized form preferred for stability; orphan drug designation accelerates FDA review