Amygdalin
Amygdalin is a cyanogenic glycoside from apricot kernels and bitter almonds, under HTS 2938.90.00.00. Historically used in alternative medicine, now primarily research chemical.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.7% | +96.3% | 100% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.7% | +96.3% | 100% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.7% | +96.3% | 100% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3.7% | +11.3% | 15% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3.7% | +11.3% | 15% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If emphasis on organo-inorganic cyanide functionality
Cyanogenic compounds could be seen as other organo-inorganic under heading 2931.
If marketed as Laetrile for therapeutic claims
Medicinal preparations, even unapproved, often reclassified to Chapter 30.
If as crude plant drug material
Medicinal plants/plants parts precede isolated glycosides in tariff order.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Explicitly declare 'for research only' to avoid FDA unapproved drug classification
• Provide cyanide content analysis; high levels may trigger hazardous material regs
• Ensure >90% purity certification to qualify as chemically defined compound
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