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Cathine Phosphate Powder from Japan

Cathine phosphate is a stable phosphate salt of cathine alkaloid, chemically defined and produced synthetically for use as a pharmaceutical reference standard or active ingredient precursor. Falls under HTS 2939.43.00.00 per chapter note (a) for separate organic compounds and their salts. Typically packaged in amber glass for light-sensitive transport.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include NMR/IR spectra in technical file to verify phosphate salt formation and cathine identity

• Monitor for anti-dusting agents; chapter note (g) allows them only if not rendering product use-specific

• Pre-notify FDA via Prior Notice system for human drug substances regardless of immediate therapeutic use