Dextropropoxyphene Hydrochloride from Japan
Dextropropoxyphene hydrochloride is the salt form of dextropropoxyphene, a synthetic opioid analgesic used for mild to moderate pain relief. It falls under HTS 2922.14.00.00 as it is specifically listed as dextropropoxyphene (INN) and its salts, which are oxygen-function amino-compounds classified as amino-alcohols, their ethers, esters, or salts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain DEA registration and comply with controlled substance import quotas under the Controlled Substances Act
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming purity and INN identity to avoid misclassification
• Ensure proper labeling as a pharmaceutical precursor to prevent customs holds for narcotic scrutiny