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Biotechnological Ricin for Immunological Studies from Germany

Recombinant ricin toxin produced through biotech processes for studying immune responses and antibody production. Classified in HTS 3002.49.0010 as a modified toxin for diagnostic and therapeutic research. Used in labs to develop countermeasures against bioterrorism agents.

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

Include biotech origin certificate and sequence data to justify classification under modified immunological products

Use IATA-compliant packaging for air import; verify receiver's BSL-3 lab status to prevent denial