Mepivacaine from Germany
Mepivacaine, a piperidine-based aminoamide anesthetic, contains a key acyclic amide linkage. HTS 2924.19.80.00 covers this as an 'other' acyclic amide, prioritizing amide function over any heterocyclic elements per classification notes.
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
• Provide structural formula documentation emphasizing acyclic amide as principal function
• FDA prior notice required; include stability data for transport per chapter note (f)
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, triggering chapter 38 mixtures