Primaquine Phosphate from Germany
Primaquine phosphate is a synthetic 8-aminoquinoline derivative used for radical cure of Plasmodium vivax malaria. It qualifies for HTS 2933.49.60.00 as a quinoline ring-system compound listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, not further fused. The phosphate salt follows the parent compound per chapter classification rules.
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 G6PD deficiency warnings in documentation; comply with CDC import guidelines for tropical disease drugs; avoid retail packaging to maintain Chapter 29 status