Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate API from Japan
Prednisolone sodium phosphate, the phosphorylated derivative of prednisolone (dehydrohydrocortisone), used primarily as a steroidal hormone in ophthalmic and oral solutions. Falls under HTS 2937.21.00.30 as part of the cortisone/prednisone/prednisolone group of steroidal hormone derivatives. Bulk powder for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
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 pharmacopeial compliance documentation (USP/EP); segregate shipments to avoid cross-contamination with other steroids; pre-register with FDA for bulk drug substances