Norepinephrine Bitartrate from Germany
Norepinephrine bitartrate is a synthetic salt form of norepinephrine, a catecholamine hormone essential for treating septic shock and hypotension via vasopressor effects. Classified under HTS 2937.90.2000 as a structural analogue of catecholamine hormones used primarily for hormonal action on adrenergic receptors. It qualifies as a separate chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29 notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Submit DEA documentation if applicable and COA verifying bitartrate salt structure to confirm catecholamine classification
• Declare as pharmaceutical API with proof of >98% purity to prevent misclassification as general chemical
• Watch for oxidation issues; provide stabilizer data and avoid bulk packaging without proper inert atmosphere seals