Fentanyl Citrate from Japan

Fentanyl citrate is a synthetic opioid analgesic derived from opium alkaloids, used primarily for severe pain management in medical settings. It falls under HTS 2939.19.20.00 as a synthetic derivative of opium alkaloids, specifically classified among other synthetic alkaloids and their salts. This pure chemical compound is supplied as a powder or solution for pharmaceutical formulation.

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

9903.05.900%Articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Obtain DEA registration and import permit due to controlled substance status; ensure all shipments include Form 236 certification

• Verify purity certificates and comply with FDA import requirements for bulk APIs, avoiding common pitfalls like inadequate narcotic documentation

• Use temperature-controlled shipping to maintain stability, as improper storage can lead to customs holds