Thebaine from Germany
Thebaine is a natural opium alkaloid used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of semi-synthetic opioids such as oxycodone and hydrocodone. It is explicitly named in this tariff item, and as a separate chemically defined organic compound, it meets Chapter 29 Note 1(a) criteria.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Obtain a controlled substance import permit from Health Canada, as thebaine is a Schedule I narcotic under the CDSA
• Clearly identify the product as thebaine with its CAS number on all customs documents
• Be prepared to provide a certificate of analysis to confirm purity