Glycerol Oral Laxative Solution from Japan
Glycerol (glycerin) oral solution serves as hyperosmotic diuretic/laxative for constipation and cerebral edema. HTS 3004.90.92.63 includes this measured-dose liquid primarily affecting water balance in retail packs. Supplied in dosage bottles with measuring cups.
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 USP-grade glycerol certification for medicinal import
• Label dehydration risk for hyperosmotic preparations
• Document measured-dose delivery system (cups/syringes)