Prednisolone Tebutate from Japan
Prednisolone tebutate is an ester of prednisolone (a prednisone derivative), a synthetic corticosteroid ester used in sustained-release injectable suspensions for ocular inflammation and joint disorders. Classified under HTS 2937.29.90.30 as it qualifies as a prednisone ester derivative used primarily for hormonal effects. Its lipophilic nature provides prolonged therapeutic action.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA import alert clearance for steroid APIs; provide certificate of analysis showing purity >99%
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'prednisolone base' which changes classification
• Comply with DEA scheduling if applicable for bulk quantities