Peptone Broth Powder from Germany
Peptone broth powder consists of hydrolyzed meat or casein proteins used as a nutrient base in microbiology labs. It is classified under HTS 3504.00.50 as peptones and derivatives nesoi for laboratory and fermentation applications. Not covered as finished media or medicaments.
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
• Specify hydrolysis degree and source (e.g
• casein/meat) in commercial invoice for accurate heading 3504
• Lab reagent declarations help; ensure no therapeutic claims to avoid Chapter 30