Amlodipine Besylate from Germany
Amlodipine besylate is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker used primarily for treating hypertension and angina. As a heterocyclic compound with nitrogen hetero-atoms in its aromatic structure, it falls under HTS 2933.99.53.00 as a cardiovascular drug. This classification applies to its pure chemical form imported for pharmaceutical use.
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
• Obtain FDA approval and Drug Master File (DMF) prior to import; ensure Certificate of Analysis verifies purity >99%
• Label shipments with full chemical name, CAS number (113665-84-2), and 'For Pharmaceutical Use Only' to avoid misclassification