Barbituric Acid

Barbituric acid (malonylurea) is a heterocyclic compound with a pyrimidine ring structure, serving as the core scaffold for barbiturate pharmaceuticals. It is classified under HTS 2933.52.1000 as a separate chemically defined organic compound containing a nitrogen hetero-atom in a pyrimidine ring. Primarily used as an intermediate in synthesizing barbiturate drugs.

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Alternative Classifications

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

2933.59.95.00Higher: 6.5% vs Free

If containing additional substituents on the pyrimidine ring

Derivatized barbituric acids with alkyl or aryl groups fall under other pyrimidine compounds in 2933.59

2942.00Higher: 13.7% vs Free

If imported as a salt of barbituric acid

Barbituric acid salts are classified separately under heading 2942 for other organic compounds

3002.90Higher: 10% vs Free

If formulated as a pharmaceutical preparation rather than pure compound

Mixtures containing barbituric acid for medicinal use fall under immunological or pharmaceutical products

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity and identity as barbituric acid to avoid misclassification

Ensure DEA registration if destined for barbiturate production due to controlled substance regulations

Include safety data sheets (SDS) documenting handling precautions for this pharmaceutical intermediate

Related Products under HTS 2933.52.10.00

Pharmaceutical Grade Barbituric Acid Powder

High-purity barbituric acid powder (≥99%) manufactured specifically for use in API synthesis of barbiturate sedatives and anticonvulsants. Meets USP/EP pharmacopeia standards and is classified under HTS 2933.52.1000 as the pure malonylurea compound. Supplied in bulk for pharmaceutical manufacturing.

5,5-Diethylbarbituric Acid Intermediate

No, this is specifically barbituric acid itself. Let me correct: Pure barbituric acid used as precursor for synthesizing 5,5-diethylbarbituric acid (barbital). Classified under HTS 2933.52.1000 as the unsubstituted malonylurea meeting chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined compounds.

Laboratory Reagent Barbituric Acid

ACS reagent grade barbituric acid for analytical chemistry and organic synthesis in research laboratories. Supplied as white crystalline powder with specified purity for qualitative and quantitative analysis. Classifies under HTS 2933.52.1000 as a separate chemically defined heterocyclic compound.

Barbituric Acid Technical Grade

Technical grade malonylurea (90-95% purity) for industrial synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates and agrochemicals. Less refined than pharmaceutical grade but still qualifies as separate chemically defined compound under HTS 2933.52.1000 chapter notes.

Barbituric Acid with Stabilizer

Barbituric acid containing added stabilizer necessary for preservation during transport, as permitted by Chapter 29 note (f). The stabilizer does not render it suitable for specific use. Remains classified under HTS 2933.52.1000 as the principal chemically defined compound.

Research Quantity Barbituric Acid

Small quantity barbituric acid packaged for research institutions and university laboratories. Despite small packaging, qualifies as separate chemically defined compound under HTS 2933.52.1000, not retail consumer product.