Immobilized Penicillin G Amidase Beads from Mexico
Penicillin G amidase immobilized on agarose or silica beads for continuous flow biocatalysis in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Still classified under HTS 3507.90.20.00 as the principal enzyme is specifically Penicillin G amidase, not reclassified by immobilization.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify immobilization matrix in documentation to distinguish from pure enzymes and avoid parts classifications
• Comply with EPA biotech import permits if beads contain recombinant material
• Test for leaching stability to prevent reclassification as a composite chemical good