Ephedrine Hydrochloride from Germany
Ephedrine hydrochloride is an aromatic amino-alcohol salt used primarily in pharmaceutical formulations as a bronchodilator and decongestant. It features a benzene ring with both amino and hydroxyl groups, classifying it under HTS 2922.19.70.00 as an aromatic amino-alcohol salt, other than those with multiple oxygen functions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain DEA import permits due to controlled substance status; verify precursor chemical regulations under 21 CFR
• Provide detailed chemical analysis and Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming purity and aromatic structure
• Avoid misclassification as finished drug under Chapter 30 by importing as bulk chemical only