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R-Mandelic Acid Pharmaceutical Intermediate from Germany

R-enantiomer of mandelic acid, a chiral aromatic carboxylic acid with alcohol function, used as intermediate for antibiotics. HTS 2918.19.1200 applies as a chemically defined organic compound and stereoisomer exception. Meets pharmacopeia specs for drug 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 enantiomeric excess (ee%) certificate for customs; label as intermediate to avoid end-use scrutiny; check for salt forms that follow acid classification per note