Sulfacetamide Sodium from Germany
Sulfacetamide sodium is a sulfonamide used primarily in ophthalmic solutions for bacterial conjunctivitis and acne treatments. HTS 2935.90.60.00 covers this pharmaceutical salt as a sulfonamide drug per Chapter 29 classification rules for organic salts. Its high water solubility enables topical ophthalmic delivery.
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
• Ophthalmic grade requires stringent sterility validation documentation
• Include tonicity and pH adjustment specifications for formulation compatibility
• Segregate from other sulfonamides during transport to prevent cross-contamination