Quinine Base (from Salts) from Japan
Quinine alkaloid liberated from its salts, appearing as a white amorphous powder with characteristic bitter taste. While the base itself may have different classification, bulk quinine derived from approved salts maintains HTS 2939.20.00.10 status under alkaloid provisions.
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
• Confirm conversion yield documentation from salt to base; ensure no solvent residues violating Chapter 29 purity notes; test for optical rotation confirming natural source