Tetracaine Hydrochloride from Germany
Tetracaine hydrochloride is a potent local anesthetic employed in spinal and topical applications for dermatological procedures. It fits HTS 2922.50.1700 as an aromatic oxygen-function amino-compound designated for local anesthetic use. Supplied as a fine powder, often with stabilizers permitted by Chapter Note (f).
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 pharmacopeial references (USP/EP) in documentation to validate drug status
• Separate stabilizer quantities in declarations to comply with Chapter Note (f) limitations
• Avoid solvent-dissolved forms unless transport-justified per Chapter Note (e)