Lipoic Acid from Germany
Alpha-lipoic acid contains a five-membered dithiolane ring with sulfur atoms directly linked to carbon. Classified under 2930.90.92 as other organo-sulfur compound used as nutritional supplement and antioxidant. Qualifies per Chapter 29 notes for heterocyclic sulfur compounds.
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
• FDA prior notice required for dietary supplement imports; include NDI status documentation
• Purity >98% certification essential to distinguish from synthetic mixtures
• Labeling must specify racemic or R- form to avoid pharmaceutical classification issues