6-Aminopenicillanic Acid from Germany
6-Aminopenicillanic acid (6-APA) is the core nucleus for semi-synthetic penicillin antibiotics, classified under HTS 2942.00.50.00 as 'other' organic compounds. This beta-lactam compound serves as a key pharmaceutical intermediate with a characteristic four-membered ring structure.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6211.3%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
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
• Submit production process documentation showing it's an intermediate, not a finished antibiotic product
• Maintain strict temperature-controlled shipping (2-8°C) with validated cold chain records for customs clearance
• Include microbial purity certificates (<1 CFU/mg) required for beta-lactam intermediates