Calcipotriene (Vitamin D3 Analog) from Japan
Calcipotriene is a synthetic Vitamin D3 derivative used primarily for its vitamin-like hormonal effects in psoriasis treatment. Under HTS 2936.29.50.20, it qualifies as a Vitamin D derivative per Chapter notes allowing hormone analogues used primarily as vitamins. Provided as high-purity powder for topical pharmaceutical formulations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify as bulk API only; finished creams fall under different HTS with NDA requirements
• Provide synthetic pathway documentation to confirm classification as vitamin derivative vs. pure hormone
• Monitor EU REACH compliance if transshipping through Europe