DMEM Cell Culture Medium from China
Dulbecco's Modified Eagle Medium (DMEM) is a liquid basal medium supplemented with amino acids, vitamins, glucose, and salts for maintaining mammalian cells like HEK293 or fibroblasts in vitro. It qualifies under HTS 3821.00.00 as prepared media for human or animal cell culture in research and biotech applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ship under controlled temperature (2-8°C) with validation data to comply with perishable goods import rules
• Include MSDS and biocompatibility statements to differentiate from hazardous chemicals
• Avoid common pitfall of insufficient lot traceability, which can lead to FDA holds