Nutramax Cosequin DS Chewable Tablets for Horses from Japan
Cosequin DS tablets combine glucosamine, chondroitin, and MSM with vitamin E for joint health support in horses, presented in measured doses for retail veterinary sale. This mixed product for prophylactic joint therapy classifies under HTS 3004.50.50.05 as a veterinary medicament with heading 2936-derived vitamins.
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
• Include equine-specific batch testing results and avoid retail packaging that mimics human supplements
• Declare exact vitamin composition on commercial invoice to confirm 2936 product inclusion
• Check for APHIS permits if containing animal-derived ingredients like MSM from livestock sources