Phenobarbital USP

Phenobarbital is a barbituric acid derivative used primarily as an anticonvulsant and sedative medication. It falls under HTS 2933.54.00.00 as a derivative of malonylurea (barbituric acid). This classification applies to the pure chemical compound in pharmaceutical-grade form.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%3.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

3003.39Higher: 10% vs 3.7%

If imported as finished tablets or capsules

Medicaments in dosage form containing phenobarbital are classified in Chapter 30 based on therapeutic use.

3004.90Higher: 10% vs 3.7%

If part of veterinary medicaments in dosage form

Veterinary preparations containing barbiturates are classified under heading 3004.

2933.52Higher: 10% vs 3.7%

If classified as purine derivatives instead

Some customs may interpret certain structural analogs under different pyrimidine subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain DEA import permit as phenobarbital is a Schedule IV controlled substance

Provide certificate of analysis confirming USP purity and barbituric acid structure

Avoid misclassification as finished dosage forms which fall under Chapter 30