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Chemically Pure Lactose Powder from Germany

Pharmaceutical-grade lactose in solid crystalline form, used as a filler in tablet manufacturing. It falls under HTS 1702.90.90 as chemically pure lactose, a sugar in solid form not derived from cane or beet, distinct from raw sugars in 1701. Meets the 'other' category for sugars beyond basic cane/beet types.

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 chemical purity certificate to confirm classification outside quota-restricted cane/beet sugars

Include lab analysis showing solid form and fructose content under 50% if blended

Avoid misclassification as food additive under 2106 by proving industrial/pharma use

Chemically Pure Lactose Powder from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1702.90.90.00