Mefenorex Hydrochloride from China
Mefenorex hydrochloride salt is specifically listed under HTS 2921.46.00.00 as an aromatic monoamine derivative for weight control applications. As a prodrug converting to amphetamine, it remains classified as the pure chemical compound. Chapter 29 note (l)(C)(1) confirms organic salts stay with parent amine heading.
Duty Rate — China → United States
112.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Cross-reference with importing country's controlled substances list (e.g
• EU precursors)
• Document synthetic route to prove not derived from scheduled precursors illegally
• Use GHS labeling for hazardous pharmaceutical chemicals during transport