Ma Huang Ephedra Extract 8% Ephedrine from Germany
Standardized Ma Huang (Ephedra sinica) extract guaranteed at 8% ephedrine alkaloids in powder form. HTS 1302.14.0100 applies to this vegetable extract of ephedra before further pharmaceutical processing. Common in traditional Chinese medicine.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Require third-party HPLC testing certificates proving ephedrine content under 25% to maintain extract status
• Avoid 'supplement' labeling on packaging to prevent Chapter 30 reclassification
• Declare exact alkaloid profile; high ephedrine may trigger DEA scrutiny