Powdered Papaver Somniferum Poppy Straw from Canada
Finely powdered dried straw from opium poppy plants (Papaver somniferum), crushed for easier extraction of opiate alkaloids in drug manufacturing. Classified under HTS 1211.40.00.00 due to its primary use in pharmacy for morphine production. Imported in bulk bags for industrial pharmaceutical processing.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Declare exact morphine/thebaine content per batch; discrepancies lead to seizure under controlled substance laws
• Use ISF filings early due to high scrutiny on poppy-derived imports; include end-user pharma certifications