Amobarbital USP Powder from Germany
Amobarbital is an intermediate-acting barbiturate with pyrimidine ring, used for sedation and hypnosis, explicitly named in HTS 2933.53.00.00. Imported as USP-grade powder for tablet/capsule manufacturing. Chemically defined per Chapter 29 note 2(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
• Controlled substance import permit required; track quota allocations via DEA 333 form
• Ensure ICH Q7 GMP certification for API to pass FDA border holds
• Verify no alcohol solvents remain from synthesis per Chapter 29 solvent dissolution limits