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Ephedra Sinica Extract Powder

Pure powdered extract derived from Ephedra sinica plants, standardized to contain ephedrine alkaloids. Classified under HTS 1302.14.0100 as a vegetable extract specifically of ephedra, excluding medicaments or mixtures with sugars. Used in dietary supplements and traditional herbal preparations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1%+17.5%18.5%
🇲🇽Mexico1%+10.0%11%
🇨🇦Canada1%+10.0%11%
🇩🇪Germany1%+10.0%11%
🇯🇵Japan1%+10.0%11%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 18.5%

If formulated as a finished dietary supplement or tablet

Products prepared as medicaments or supplements fall under Chapter 30, not raw vegetable extracts.

2939.79.00.00Lower: Free vs 18.5%

If isolated ephedrine alkaloid exceeds 50% concentration

High-purity alkaloids from ephedra are classified as natural alkaloids in heading 2939.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 18.5%

If unextracted dried ephedra plant material

Whole or ground plants are plants used in perfumery or pharmacy under heading 1211, not extracts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify alkaloid content via lab testing to confirm classification as ephedra extract, not a finished medicament under Chapter 30

Provide Certificates of Analysis (CoA) showing botanical origin and purity; avoid shipments mixed with sugars exceeding 10%

Comply with FDA import alerts on ephedrine-containing products; declare as raw extract only

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