2938.90.00.00/Amygdalin/Japan

Amygdalin from Japan

Amygdalin is a cyanogenic glycoside from apricot kernels and bitter almonds, under HTS 2938.90.00.00. Historically used in alternative medicine, now primarily research chemical.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Explicitly declare 'for research only' to avoid FDA unapproved drug classification

• Provide cyanide content analysis; high levels may trigger hazardous material regs

• Ensure >90% purity certification to qualify as chemically defined compound