Lysergic Acid Amide Hydrochloride from Japan
Lysergic acid amide hydrochloride is the hydrochloride salt of a lysergic acid derivative from rye ergot alkaloids, properly classified in HTS 2939.63.00.00. This pure chemical compound serves as an intermediate in alkaloid synthesis research.
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
• Ensure packaging meets UN hazardous materials transport standards for toxic substances
• Maintain chain-of-custody documentation from manufacturer to demonstrate legitimate research use
• Avoid common pitfall of misclassifying as general organic chemicals under Chapter 29 headings