Tramadol Hydrochloride from Japan
Tramadol hydrochloride is a synthetic opioid analgesic with dual mechanism action, chemically related to opium alkaloid structures. Under HTS 2939.19.20.00 as 'other synthetic' opium derivatives, it fits chapter 29 provisions despite atypical opioid classification. Bulk API form for tablet/capsule production.
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
• Schedule IV status still requires DEA import declaration but lower security than Schedule II
• Provide comparative potency data relative to morphine for quota justification
• Ensure polymorphic form specified matches pharmacopeial reference