Procaine Hydrochloride from Germany
Procaine is a p-aminobenzoic acid ester with amino-alcohol characteristics and oxygen function, used as a local anesthetic. It qualifies under HTS 2922.50.4000 as an aromatic amino-acid-phenol derivative with oxygen function. Ester classification follows the acid-function compound per Chapter 29 ester note (A).
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
• Ensure ester stability documentation for transport; comply with FDA API registration; label clearly to avoid phenol classification confusion