Methaqualone Base (Pure) from China
Pure methaqualone (INN) is a synthetic quinazolinone sedative with a fused pyrimidine ring structure. Classified under HTS 2933.55.00.00 for its specific naming as a heterocyclic nitrogen compound with pyrimidine ring, adhering to chapter notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds. Imported primarily for forensic analysis or pharmaceutical reference standards.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include analytical HPLC reports proving chemical identity; register as Schedule I substance with DEA
• Pitfall: bulk shipments without end-user certificates trigger scrutiny