Ricin Toxin for Vaccine Research from Germany
Purified ricin toxin derived from Ricinus communis seeds, used in immunological research for developing antitoxin vaccines. Classified under HTS 3002.49.0010 as a toxin for therapeutic or prophylactic applications in biotechnology processes. It is handled under strict biosafety protocols due to its potency.
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 CDC Select Agent permit and ensure all import documentation specifies research-only use to comply with US biosafety regulations
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming purity and absence of live contaminants; common pitfall is inadequate chain-of-custody records
• Declare exact quantity and intended prophylactic purpose to avoid reclassification as a hazardous waste under different chapters