Phenylpropanolamine Hydrochloride Cough Syrup from Japan
A liquid cough suppressant containing phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride (norephedrine salt) mixed with expectorants like guaifenesin for therapeutic relief of cough and congestion. Classified under HTS 3003.43.00.00 as a mixed medicament containing norephedrine salts, not in measured doses or retail packaging.
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
• Obtain FDA approval and Drug Master File for active ingredients; verify norephedrine content via lab testing
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming mixture of two+ constituents and absence of retail packaging
• Avoid misclassification as single-ingredient by documenting mixed formulation; watch for DEA controls on precursors