Valproic Acid EP Grade from Germany
European Pharmacopoeia-compliant valproic acid, a key precursor for sodium valproate in bipolar disorder treatments. As a pure saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, it fits HTS 2915.90.14.00 precisely due to its chemical definition without halogenation or other derivatives. Supplied in bulk drums for pharmaceutical synthesis.
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 EP Certificate of Conformity and stability data; label with GHS hazardous pictograms for corrosivity
• Common pitfall: incorrect HS declaration leading to quarantine—verify exact CAS 99-66-1