Salbutamol Sulphate (Albuterol Sulfate) from Germany
Salbutamol sulphate, known as albuterol sulfate, is an aromatic amino-alcohol salt used as a bronchodilator. It qualifies for HTS 2922.19.60.00 under U.S. note 3 as an 'other' aromatic product with phenolic hydroxy and amino functions. Ethers and salts are expressly included.
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 ICH Q7 GMP certificate for API intermediates to expedite FDA clearance
• Declare sulphate salt specifically; free base may classify differently under 2922.19.40
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk drums prevent Chapter 30 reclassification pitfalls