Cholesterol USP Powder from Germany
Cholesterol is a sterol alcohol essential for cell membrane structure, classified under HTS 2906.13.5000 as a cyclanic cyclic alcohol within the sterols category. This USP-grade powder is used in pharmaceutical formulations and biochemical research. It meets chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
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
• Provide Certificate of Analysis confirming purity >99% and USP compliance; ensure proper labeling as 'research chemical' to avoid medicinal product scrutiny; declare exact sterol content to prevent reclassification under pharmaceutical headings