Estradiol from Japan
Estradiol is a naturally occurring estrogen hormone produced by the ovaries, used primarily in hormone replacement therapy for menopausal symptoms. It falls under HTS 2937.23.5010 as a steroidal estrogen used primarily as a hormone. Synthetic versions reproduced by synthesis are also classified here.
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
• Verify purity certificates and COA from manufacturer as FDA requires proof of pharmaceutical grade; Ensure proper temperature-controlled shipping to maintain stability; Label shipments clearly as 'hormone substance' to avoid misclassification