2mL Amber Glass Vial from Germany
A 2mL amber glass vial made from Type I borosilicate to protect light-sensitive injectable drugs like insulin from UV degradation. Used with lyophilization stoppers for powder reconstitution, it qualifies under HTS 7010.90.05 for pharmaceutical serum and vaccine packaging.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm amber glass meets USP <660> light transmission requirements (≤50% at 350nm)
• Include supplier's dimensional drawings matching pharmacopeia standards (ISO 8362-4)
• Label shipments clearly as "Pharmaceutical Primary Packaging" to prevent inspection delays