Promethazine Hydrochloride from Germany

Promethazine hydrochloride is a first-generation antihistamine and phenothiazine derivative containing a modified aromatic pyrimidine-like structure, primarily used to treat motion sickness, nausea, and allergic reactions. It falls under HTS 2933.59.21.00 as an aromatic antihistamine principally used as an anti-nauseant, consistent with chapter notes for heterocyclic nitrogen compounds with pyrimidine rings. This chemically defined compound is imported in pure form for pharmaceutical formulation.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

6.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify USP-grade purity and provide FDA Drug Master File; ensure COA confirms aromatic structure and antihistamine potency

Common pitfall: mislabeling as general chemical vs drug triggers reclassification

Obtain prior FDA import alert clearance for bulk APIs

Promethazine Hydrochloride from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2933.59.21.00