Butalbital Pharmaceutical Grade from Germany
Butalbital, a short to intermediate-acting barbiturate for tension headaches, features the pyrimidine ring listed under HTS 2933.53.00.00. Bulk imported for combination with acetaminophen/caffeine in Fioricet formulations. Pure chemical compound without excipients.
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
• Combination drug manufacturers need separate API and excipient duty calculations
• Include polymorphic form specification (Form I vs II) in COA to prevent grade disputes