D-Arabinose Powder from Germany
D-Arabinose is a chemically pure aldopentose sugar, epimeric at C-2 with D-ribose, supplied as a white crystalline powder for laboratory and research applications. It falls under HTS 2940.00.20.00 as a chemically pure sugar other than sucrose, lactose, maltose, glucose, or fructose. This rare sugar is used in biochemical studies and as a reference standard.
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
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming chemical purity and D-arabinose identity to avoid reclassification as general sugars
• Ensure proper labeling with CAS number (5328-37-0) and purity percentage for FDA and customs verification
• Declare as research chemical only; avoid health claims to prevent scrutiny under pharmaceutical regulations