Ergometrine Maleate from Germany
Ergometrine maleate is the maleate salt of ergometrine, a natural alkaloid derived from rye ergot (Claviceps purpurea). It is classified under HTS 2939.61.00.00 as a salt of ergometrine, fitting chapter 29's scope for separate chemically defined organic compounds and their salts. Used primarily in obstetrics to induce labor and control postpartum hemorrhage.
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
• Obtain FDA import approval and provide Certificate of Analysis confirming pharmaceutical purity >98% to avoid detention
• Include DEA documentation if transshipped through controlled regions; verify no narcotic scheduling conflicts
• Label as 'pharmaceutical substance - not for retail' to prevent misclassification as finished drug under Chapter 30