Fenproporex Hydrochloride from Canada
Fenproporex hydrochloride is the salt form of fenproporex, a chemically defined nitrile-function organic compound used historically as an appetite suppressant. It falls under HTS 2926.30.10.00 as a specific INN compound and its salts within the nitrile-function compounds heading. This pure pharmaceutical intermediate is supplied as a white crystalline powder for research or formulation purposes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% 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
• Verify DEA scheduling as fenproporex is a controlled substance analog; obtain prior approval for import
• Ensure certificate of analysis confirms purity >98% to meet chemical definition requirements
• Label as 'research use only' to avoid therapeutic claims triggering FDA oversight