Escin (Aescin) from Japan
Escin, a mixture of triterpene saponin glycosides from horse chestnut, classified under HTS 2938.90.00.00. Used for venous insufficiency treatment and anti-inflammatory applications.
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%
Import Tips
• Reference Ph
• Eur. monograph verifying saponin glycoside composition
• Provide escin A/B/C ratio analysis per USP standards
• Declare molecular weight distribution 1100-2200 Da range