Combination Pseudoephedrine-Dextromethorphan Powder from Japan
Bulk powder blending pseudoephedrine with dextromethorphan for cough and congestion treatment. HTS 3003.42.00.00 applies to this mixed therapeutic product not intended for direct retail sale.
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
• Submit FDA import alert documentation specific to pseudoephedrine-containing drugs
• Use tamper-evident bulk containers to demonstrate non-retail status
• Monitor for Chapter 30 exclusions like food supplements or nicotine products