Amoxicillin 500mg Capsules from Japan
Amoxicillin is a semi-synthetic penicillin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections and ear infections. It is put up in measured doses of 500mg capsules for retail sale, classifying it under HTS 3004.10.50.75 as a penicillin derivative with penicillanic acid structure. This excludes unmixed bulk powders or goods of other headings like vaccines.
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
• Verify FDA registration and provide certificates of analysis confirming penicillin content and measured dosing for retail packaging
• Ensure labeling complies with 21 CFR 201 for prescription drugs, including lot numbers and expiry dates to avoid CBP holds