Exported Ibuprofen Tablets Returned After Testing from Germany
Bulk ibuprofen tablets (200mg) originally manufactured in the US and exported for stability testing in Europe, returned unchanged within 2 years. Classified under HTS 9801.00.10.28 as US goods from Chapter 30 returned without advancement in value or condition, qualifying for duty-free reimport.
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
• Retain original export documentation (commercial invoice, bill of lading) proving US origin and export date within 3 years,Provide proof no manufacturing occurred abroad (test reports, affidavits from foreign facility),Avoid common pitfall of repackaging abroad which could be seen as condition improvement