Morphine Sulfate 15mg Extended-Release Capsules from Japan
Extended-release capsules of morphine sulfate, a natural opium alkaloid derivative, prescribed for chronic pain management by acting on opioid receptors in the CNS. Falls under HTS 3004.49.0040 due to its alkaloid content, CNS primary effect, and retail measured dose packaging.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit advance electronic export certificates from origin country for narcotic imports
• Use temperature-controlled shipping to maintain stability of extended-release formulations
• Include proof of pharmacopeial compliance (e.g
• USP monograph) in customs documentation