Methadone Hydrochloride from Germany
Methadone hydrochloride is the salt form of methadone, a synthetic opioid used primarily for opioid use disorder treatment and pain management. It falls under HTS 2922.31.00.00 as a chemically defined amino-ketone with oxygen function, specifically listed as methadone (INN) and its salts. This classification applies to pure pharmaceutical-grade material for compounding or direct medicinal use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Require DEA registration and import permit due to controlled substance status; ensure certificates of analysis confirm purity >98%; avoid common pitfalls like improper narcotic documentation leading to customs holds