dc-Saxitoxin Derivative from China
dc-Saxitoxin (decarbamoyl saxitoxin) is a derivative of saxitoxin classified under HTS 2939.80.0010 as an alkaloid derivative. As a chemically defined structural analogue of saxitoxin, it remains in the specific saxitoxin subheading.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide structural analysis confirming saxitoxin derivative status
• Dual-use documentation may be required for toxin research applications
• Smallest import quantities preferred due to select agent regulations