Benzocaine USP Crystals from Germany
Benzocaine (ethyl 4-aminobenzoate), a benzoic acid ester used as a local anesthetic in pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. Specifically controlled under HTS 2916.31.30.00 as listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI.
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
• Include DEA import permit if exceeding personal use quantities
• Provide USP monograph testing results confirming >98% purity
• Label clearly as 'not for injection' to match technical specifications