Repatriated US Omeprazole 20mg Capsules from Japan
Proton pump inhibitor omeprazole delayed-release capsules produced in US, exported for stability studies in Asia, returned without change after 22 months. Chapter 30 gastric medication qualifies for 9801.00.10.28 duty-free reimport as US product returned unchanged.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include foreign lab protocols confirming only testing occurred, no production,Maintain temperature excursion records if climate-controlled pharma,Use same container configuration as export to avoid repacking scrutiny