Minocycline Hydrochloride from Japan
Minocycline hydrochloride, a semi-synthetic tetracycline derivative salt, treats acne, infections, and rheumatoid arthritis. It qualifies for HTS 2941.30.00.00 as a tetracycline derivative and salt, aligning with Chapter 29 for organic antibiotics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify API status with customs; include manufacturing process validation documents
• Use tamper-evident bulk packaging suitable only for further pharmaceutical processing
• Test for related substances per pharmacopeia to prevent quality-related detention