Beta-Alanine from Germany
Beta-Alanine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid used in sports nutrition for carnosine synthesis and performance enhancement. HTS 2922.49.49 covers this beta-positioned oxygen-function amino acid. Popular in pre-workout 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
• New Dietary Ingredient (NDI) notification may apply for novel supplement uses
• Structure claims documentation (beta vs alpha) prevents reclassification disputes