Thebaine Poppy Straw Extract from China
Specialized extract emphasizing thebaine from poppy straw, a precursor for semi-synthetic opioids with prophylactic applications. HTS 1302.19.21.00 applies due to its substance having therapeutic properties, excluding high-alkaloid forms.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include pharmacopoeia compliance certificates (e.g
• USP) for quality assurance in filings
• Use temperature-controlled shipping to preserve alkaloid stability during transit
• Avoid bulk packaging without proper seals, triggering security inspections