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Methylphenidate Hydrochloride USP

Methylphenidate HCl, the hydrochloride salt of methylphenidate explicitly named in 2933.33.01.00, contains the required unfused pyridine ring. Used primarily as a CNS stimulant for ADHD treatment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+112.5%112.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+110.0%110%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+110.0%110%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+25.0%25%
🇯🇵JapanFree+27.5%27.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2933.34.00.00Same rate: 112.5%

If classified as benzodiazepine derivative

Different pyridine subheading for specific psychotropic structures

3004.90Lower: 12.5% vs 112.5%

If as extended-release capsules

Finished ADHD medications classified as medicaments in Chapter 30

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify Schedule II quota allocations; provide reference standards and impurity profiles; ensure proper cold chain if required

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