Phenylpropanolamine Hydrochloride Cough Syrup from Germany
A liquid cough suppressant containing phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride (norephedrine salt) mixed with expectorants like guaifenesin for therapeutic relief of cough and congestion. Classified under HTS 3003.43.00.00 as a mixed medicament containing norephedrine salts, not in measured doses or retail packaging.
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
• Obtain FDA approval and Drug Master File for active ingredients; verify norephedrine content via lab testing
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming mixture of two+ constituents and absence of retail packaging
• Avoid misclassification as single-ingredient by documenting mixed formulation; watch for DEA controls on precursors