Phenylephrine Hydrochloride from Germany
Phenylephrine hydrochloride is a synthetic alpha-1 adrenergic agonist and catecholamine structural analogue used primarily as a nasal decongestant and vasopressor. Under HTS 2937.90.2000 for its classification as a catecholamine hormone derivative with hormonal receptor activity. Chemically defined per Chapter 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
• Include receptor binding study references proving hormonal mechanism
• Specify sterile grade for injectable forms in customs declarations