Synthetic Calcitonin Salmon from Japan
Calcitonin from salmon, reproduced synthetically, is a polypeptide hormone used primarily for treating osteoporosis and hypercalcemia. It qualifies under HTS 2937.19.00.00 as a polypeptide hormone derivative. The classification reflects its primary hormonal therapeutic use.
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
• Include stability data for temperature-controlled shipping; obtain prior FDA import alerts clearance; distinguish from finished nasal sprays under Chapter 30