Primatene Ephedrine 12.5mg Dual-Action Tablets from Japan
Primatene tablets with 12.5mg ephedrine and guaifenesin for expectorant and bronchodilator asthma relief in OTC retail packs. HTS 3004.41.00.00 due to ephedrine salt in measured prophylactic 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
• NDC labeling mandatory for OTC drugs; verify monograph compliance for ephedrine combinations
• Blister packs ensure retail sale classification; bulk bottles risk 3004.90
• Monitor pseudoephedrine-like sales tracking requirements applying to ephedrine