Sugar-Loaded Blinded Capsule for Oncology Phase III Trial from Germany
Empty capsules filled with inert sugar filler (>10% dry weight) for blinded oncology drug trials, put up in measured doses to match active comparator arms. Classified in 3006.93.20.00 for high-sugar clinical trial placebos.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10.4%
Import Tips
• Cross-reference with DEA if trial involves controlled substance analogs to avoid scrutiny
• Use tamper-evident seals on kits to prove integrity for blinded studies
• Document blinding code storage separately from import paperwork