Sertraline Hydrochloride
Sertraline hydrochloride is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used primarily as an antidepressant for treating major depressive disorder and anxiety disorders. As an aromatic monoamine derivative with amine-function characteristics, it falls under HTS 2921.49.38.00 specifically for psychotherapeutic agents.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified primarily as a heterocyclic compound
Some SSRIs have dominant heterocyclic structures overriding amine-function classification per chapter notes.
If imported as sugar esters or salts for pharmaceutical synthesis
Chapter notes direct certain derivatives to heading 2940 if they match sugar ether/ester definitions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Require FDA approval and Drug Master File (DMF) submission for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)
• Ensure Certificate of Analysis (CoA) verifies purity >99% and absence of impurities per USP standards
• Avoid misclassification as general aromatic amines; specify psychotherapeutic end-use in documentation
Related Products under HTS 2921.49.38.00
Citalopram Hydrobromide
Citalopram hydrobromide is an SSRI antidepressant for major depression, classified as a psychotherapeutic agent under HTS 2921.49.38.00 for its amine-function aromatic structure.
Duloxetine Hydrochloride
Duloxetine hydrochloride, an SNRI, treats depression, anxiety, and neuropathic pain as a psychotherapeutic agent. Classified under HTS 2921.49.38.00 for aromatic monoamine derivatives.
Bupropion Hydrochloride
Bupropion hydrochloride is an atypical antidepressant and smoking cessation aid, functioning as a norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor. Falls under HTS 2921.49.38.00 as a psychotherapeutic.
Trazodone Hydrochloride
Trazodone hydrochloride is a serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor used for depression and insomnia. Its amine-function aromatic structure fits HTS 2921.49.38.00 for antidepressants.
Buspirone Hydrochloride
Buspirone hydrochloride is an anxiolytic psychotherapeutic agent (non-benzodiazepine) for generalized anxiety disorder. Classified in HTS 2921.49.38.00 as a tranquilizer derivative.
Fluoxetine Hydrochloride
Fluoxetine hydrochloride, known as Prozac, is an SSRI antidepressant and psychotherapeutic agent for depression and OCD. Its aromatic amine derivative structure qualifies it under HTS 2921.49.38.00 for antidepressants.