Cloxacillin Sodium Powder from Germany
Cloxacillin sodium is a beta-lactamase resistant penicillin antibiotic used primarily for treating staphylococcal infections. This specific sodium salt derivative falls under HTS 2941.10.30.00 as it is explicitly listed among penicillins with a penicillanic acid structure and their salts. It is supplied as a sterile powder for reconstitution into injectable solutions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA approval and Drug Master File (DMF) for the specific cloxacillin sodium manufacturer before import
• Ensure Certificate of Analysis (CoA) verifies purity >99% and confirms identity via HPLC matching USP standards
• Comply with cold chain requirements (2-8°C) during shipping to maintain stability; avoid common pitfalls like improper temperature logging