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Ma Huang Ephedra Extract 8% Ephedrine

Standardized Ma Huang (Ephedra sinica) extract guaranteed at 8% ephedrine alkaloids in powder form. HTS 1302.14.0100 applies to this vegetable extract of ephedra before further pharmaceutical processing. Common in traditional Chinese medicine.

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.

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 18.5%

If from non-ephedra vegetable sources like guarana

Other vegetable extracts fall under the residual 1302.19 subheading.

2914.29.50Higher: 39.8% vs 18.5%

If chemically modified into camphor-like compounds

Modified ephedra derivatives become organic chemicals in Chapter 29.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Require third-party HPLC testing certificates proving ephedrine content under 25% to maintain extract status

Avoid 'supplement' labeling on packaging to prevent Chapter 30 reclassification

Declare exact alkaloid profile; high ephedrine may trigger DEA scrutiny

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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.

Ephedra Nevadensis Herbal Extract

Liquid or tincture extract from Ephedra nevadensis (Mormon tea), containing natural alkaloids. Falls under HTS 1302.14.0100 as a sap or extract specifically of ephedra species. Primarily used in natural health products.

Ephedra Intermedia Root Extract

Concentrated extract from roots of Ephedra intermedia, rich in polysaccharide mucilages and alkaloids. Classified under 1302.14.0100 for ephedra-derived vegetable saps and extracts. Used in cosmetics and herbal teas.

Standardized Ephedra Extract 50:1 Concentrate

High-potency 50:1 concentrated extract from Ephedra species foliage, preserving natural alkaloid profile. HTS 1302.14.0100 covers such concentrated vegetable extracts of ephedra. Intended for further manufacturing.

Ephedra Gerardiana Alkaloid Extract

Extract from Ephedra gerardiana containing pseudoephedrine and other alkaloids, in fluid form. Specifically classified under HTS 1302.14.0100 as ephedra vegetable extract. Used in pharmaceutical intermediates.

Organic Ephedra Vulgaris Extract

Certified organic extract from Ephedra vulgaris stalks, water-extracted for purity. HTS 1302.14.0100 for all ephedra extracts regardless of organic status. Applied in natural cosmetics.