Nimodipine from Germany
Nimodipine is a lipophilic 1,4-dihydropyridine indicated for cerebral vasospasm prevention post-subarachnoid hemorrhage. As a nitrogen-heterocyclic cardiovascular drug, it falls under HTS 2933.99.53.00. Imported as oily liquid or powder for IV and oral formulations.
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
• Class 2 solvent limits critical - ethanol ≤5000ppm, no dichloromethane
• E-isomer content <0.5% required for potency
• Oil-in-water emulsion precursor - viscosity specs mandatory