Quinine Hydrochloride from Canada
Quinine hydrochloride, derived from cinchona bark, features a quinoline ring and serves as an antimalarial and muscle relaxant. Classified under HTS 2933.49.26.00 as a drug containing quinoline ring system, not further fused. Imported as bulk active pharmaceutical ingredient for tablet production.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include WHO prequalification documents if supplying antimalarial programs to expedite customs clearance
• Verify compliance with FDA bulk drug substance regulations; provide DMF references
• Avoid packaging resembling retail dosage forms to prevent misclassification as Chapter 30 products