Azithromycin 250mg Tablets from Japan
Azithromycin, a macrolide antibiotic, treats respiratory infections, sexually transmitted infections, and skin infections. Supplied in 250mg film-coated tablets in patient packs for retail, it is classified under HTS 3004.20.00.83 as an antibiotic in measured oral doses.
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
• Ensure Certificates of Analysis (CoA) confirm no degradation products, as macrolides are sensitive to moisture
• Label packs with 'Rx only' and include patient information leaflets to meet retail sale requirements