Methadone Intermediate (4-Cyano-2-Dimethylamino-4,4-Diphenylbutane) Powder from Mexico
High-purity powdered form of 4-cyano-2-dimethylamino-4,4-diphenylbutane, a nitrile-function compound serving as the key intermediate for methadone synthesis. Explicitly covered by HTS 2926.30.2000 due to its chemical structure and pharmaceutical application. Meets Chapter 29 criteria as a separate chemically defined organic compound without exclusions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Use UN-approved packaging for powders to prevent dusting; include MSDS with emetic identifiers if required for safety
• Verify batch purity >98% with HPLC certificates to match tariff's chemically defined compound requirement
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg drums, as it may raise diversion concerns during CBP examination