Caffeine and its salts
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Products classified under Tariff item 2939.30.00.00
Caffeine Anhydrous Powder USP
Caffeine Anhydrous Powder USP is a pure, chemically defined form of 1,3,7-trimethylxanthine, meeting stringent pharmacopeial standards. It is a natural or synthetic alkaloid classified under tariff item 2939.30.00, which covers caffeine and its salts. Its anhydrous form and high purity make it suitable for pharmaceutical formulations.
2939.30.00Caffeine Citrate Powder
Caffeine Citrate Powder is a salt formed by combining caffeine with citric acid, used primarily in neonatal apnea treatments. Under Chapter Note 5(C)(1) of Section VI, inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified with the parent organic compound, so it falls under tariff item 2939.30.00 as a caffeine salt. It is supplied as a sterile powder for pharmaceutical compounding.
2939.30.00Caffeine Monohydrate Crystals USP
Caffeine Monohydrate Crystals USP is a hydrated form of caffeine, containing one molecule of water per molecule of caffeine. Per Chapter Note 1(d), products dissolved in water are covered by Chapter 29, and the hydrate is considered a form of the parent alkaloid. It is classified under tariff item 2939.30.00 as caffeine, meeting USP standards for pharmaceutical use.
2939.30.00Caffeine Sodium Benzoate
Caffeine Sodium Benzoate is a double salt combining caffeine with sodium benzoate, used in parenteral migraine treatments. Under Chapter Note 5(C)(1), salts of organic compounds are classified with the parent organic compound, so it falls under tariff item 2939.30.00 as a caffeine salt. It is supplied as a sterile powder for intravenous solutions.
2939.30.00Food Grade Caffeine Powder
Food Grade Caffeine Powder meets FCC standards for use in beverages and confections. It is a separate chemically defined compound, 1,3,7-trimethylxanthine, whether naturally derived or synthetic, and falls under tariff item 2939.30.00. Its particle size is optimized for dissolution in food applications.
2939.30.00Pharmaceutical Grade Caffeine Base
Pharmaceutical Grade Caffeine Base is high-purity caffeine (≥99%) manufactured synthetically for use as an active pharmaceutical ingredient. It is a chemically defined purine alkaloid, classified under tariff item 2939.30.00 as caffeine. It is essential in ana... and other pharmaceutical formulations.
2939.30.00Synthetic Caffeine for Energy Supplements
Synthetic Caffeine for Energy Supplements is bulk caffeine produced synthetically for dietary supplement manufacturers. It is chemically identical to natural caffeine and classified under tariff item 2939.30.00 as an alkaloid reproduced by synthesis. The fine powder form is suitable for capsule filling.