Synthetic Saxitoxin from Germany
Synthetic saxitoxin is a laboratory-reproduced version of the natural paralytic alkaloid toxin, explicitly covered under HTS 2939.80.0010 as alkaloids reproduced by synthesis. Its chemical structure matches natural saxitoxin, qualifying it as a separate chemically defined organic compound.
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
• Submit synthesis method documentation to distinguish from natural extracts
• Include Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) detailing toxicity and handling requirements
• Declare exact quantity in micrograms due to extreme potency; avoid bulk shipments