Aromatic Antifungal Fluconazole from Japan
Fluconazole is a triazole antifungal with aromatic components used for systemic fungal infections. Falls under HTS 2942.00.05.00 as an aromatic drug, separate from specific heterocyclics or antibiotics. Pure API form excludes Chapter 30 classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Triazole documentation must emphasize drug use over chemical classification
• Comply with antifungal import restrictions and provide MIC testing data
• Ensure formulation excludes stabilizers triggering Note (f) changes