PharmaStear 99% Stearic Acid from Japan
99% pure stearic acid USP/NF grade for direct compression tablet manufacturing as lubricant. Borderline HTS 3823.11.0000 vs 2915.70 classification based on purity and intended use. Low heavy metals content.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide full USP certificate of analysis; comply with FDA drug establishment registration if repackaged
• Heavy metals testing mandatory