Pentobarbital Free Acid Form from Germany
Pentobarbital in its free acid form (non-salt) is explicitly covered under HTS 2933.53.00.00 as pentobarbital (INN). Used in synthesis of injectable formulations. Chemically pure heterocyclic compound per Chapter 29 scope.
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
• pH specification critical; free acid form (pH 4-6) vs salt (pH 9-11) affects processing
• Particle size distribution data prevents milling duty disputes at customs
• Avoid ethyl alcohol residues from synthesis per Chapter 29 exclusion note 2(b)