Mevalonic Acid from Germany
Mevalonic acid is a key biochemical precursor featuring the hydroxy-carboxylic structure of 2918.19.90.00. Essential for terpenoid and steroid biosynthesis studies.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6211%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
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