Insulin Glargine (Lantus) from Japan
Long-acting basal insulin analogue produced by recombinant DNA, modified for prolonged release profile. HTS 2937.12.00.00 covers this as a derivative and structural analogue of insulin used primarily as a hormone. Chemically defined polypeptide meeting Chapter 29 hormone classification criteria.
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
• Provide recombinant production method validation and amino acid sequence confirmation
• Temperature-controlled shipping mandatory (2-8°C); include continuous monitoring records
• Pure substance declaration prevents reclassification as Chapter 30 pharmaceutical product