Inactivated VTM for Transport from Germany
Heat-inactivated viral transport medium with guanidinium thiocyanate for safe handling of high-risk viral samples without live virus viability. Still HTS 3821.00.0010 as formulated for initial virus maintenance before inactivation.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document inactivation efficacy per WHO guidelines; lower UN classification possible
• Ensure pH stability certs