Dihydroergotamine Mesylate from Germany
Dihydroergotamine mesylate is a hydrogenated derivative of ergotamine from rye ergot, administered via injection for acute migraine treatment. Classified under HTS 2939.69.00.00 as 'other' derivatives of rye ergot alkaloids and their salts. The mesylate salt form qualifies under chapter provisions for salts of organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Require DEA documentation if controlled; ensure HPLC analysis confirms ergot alkaloid structure
• Label as 'not for manufacture of LSD' to prevent Schedule I classification issues