Phentermino 37.5mg Capsules from Japan
Phentermino capsules contain norephedrine ('phenylpropanolamine') or its salts as the active ingredient, mixed with inert excipients, put up in measured doses of 37.5mg for oral administration. This qualifies under HTS 3004.43.00.00 as a medicament for therapeutic use in appetite suppression and weight management, excluding goods of headings 3002, 3005, or 3006.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA approval and Drug Establishment Registration before import; ensure NDC labeling on retail packaging
• Provide Certificate of Analysis confirming norephedrine content and measured doses to avoid reclassification as bulk chemicals
• Avoid common pitfalls like missing child-resistant packaging, which can trigger FDA detention