Benzoylecgonine from Japan
Benzoylecgonine is a major metabolite and derivative of cocaine found in coca processing, classified under HTS 2939.72.00.00 as an 'other derivative' of ecgonine/cocaine of vegetal origin. Commonly used in forensic and toxicology testing.
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
• Specify intended use as analytical reference standard; maintain cold chain if required for stability
• Common issue: undervaluation attempts trigger audits