Cobalt Gluconate Pharmaceutical from Germany
Cobalt gluconate provides bioavailable cobalt for B12 synthesis support, classified under HTS 2918.16.50.90 as other gluconic salts. Used in veterinary nutritional supplements.
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
• Veterinary Master File may expedite FDA clearance for animal use
• Cobalt speciation testing prevents heavy metal contamination flags