Plan B One-Step Emergency Contraceptive from Japan
Plan B One-Step contains levonorgestrel, a progestin hormone from heading 2937, in a single-dose tablet to prevent pregnancy post-unprotected sex. It delays ovulation via hormonal mechanism. Falls under HTS 3006.60.00.00 for hormone-based chemical contraceptives.
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
• Classify as OTC drug; ensure Rx vs non-Rx status matches US labeling
• Provide stability data for levonorgestrel; temperature-controlled shipping recommended
• Watch for spermicide combos which stay in 3006 but require separate validation