Thiamine Tetrahydrofurfuryl Disulfide (TTFD) from Japan
TTFD is an allithiamine-type derivative of vitamin B1 with superior transdermal absorption properties. Classified under HTS 2936.22.00.00 as it functions primarily as a vitamin derivative in nutritional supplements. Popular in Japan for energy and cognitive support formulations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Sulfur odor may trigger additional agricultural inspections; include odor profile in SDS
• Declare Japanese Pharmacopeia compliance if applicable for easier acceptance
• Batch testing for furfuryl alcohol residuals required by FDA import alerts