Cephalexin 250mg Tablets from Germany
Cephalexin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used for skin infections, ear infections, and urinary tract infections. Packaged in 250mg scored tablets in blister packs for retail sale, it qualifies under HTS 3004.20.00.83 as an unmixed antibiotic product in measured doses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide FDA Drug Master Files (DMF) for the active ingredient and excipients to expedite clearance
• Use insulated packaging to maintain stability; declare exact storage conditions on commercial invoice
• Watch for misclassification as veterinary use, which may require additional APHIS permits