Ethionamide from Germany
Ethionamide, a thioamide derivative of pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, treats multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. Falls under HTS 2933.39.41.00 for its unfused pyridine ring and drug classification in Chapter 29. Bulk API form used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
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
• Sulfur content verification via elemental analysis to confirm thioamide pyridine structure
• Document MDR-TB indication to support drug status versus chemical intermediate
• Odoriferous; include safety data sheets addressing Chapter 29 note (g)