Pharmaceutical Grade Lactose Monohydrate from Germany
Finely milled lactose monohydrate powder used as a filler and diluent in tablet manufacturing for pharmaceuticals. It falls under HTS 1702.19.00.00 as chemically pure lactose in solid form, distinct from food-grade or flavored variants. This classification applies to other lactose products beyond milk sugar or specific syrups.
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
• Verify purity certificates to confirm pharmaceutical grade and avoid reclassification under food headings
• Monitor Chapter 17 sugar quotas; lactose may count toward raw value limits if not exempted
• Include FDA compliance docs like Drug Master Files for pharma imports to prevent CBP holds