Methaqualone Hydrochloride from Japan
Methaqualone hydrochloride is the salt form of methaqualone, a quinazolinone derivative containing a pyrimidine ring, used historically as a sedative-hypnotic. It falls under HTS 2933.55.00.00 as a specifically named compound with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only in a pyrimidine structure, per chapter notes limiting classification to separate chemically defined organic compounds. This pure pharmaceutical salt is imported for research or controlled medical purposes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify DEA scheduling and obtain controlled substance import permits prior to shipment; ensure COA confirms purity >99% to avoid reclassification
• Common pitfall: missing narcotic documentation leads to customs holds