Theobromine Anhydrous Crystals

Theobromine is a methylxanthine alkaloid with fused pyrimidine-imidazole rings, used in pharmaceuticals and as a chemical intermediate. Classified under HTS 2933.59.59.00 for its pyrimidine-containing heterocyclic structure as an 'other' drug. Meets chapter notes for separate chemically defined compounds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3.7%β€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2939.59.00.00Lower: Free vs 3.7%

If caffeine and derivatives specifically

Related xanthines may fall under specific 2939 provisions later in numerical order.

2907.29.90.00Higher: 30.5% vs 3.7%

If imported as industrial chemical intermediate

End-use shifts from pharmaceutical drug to general organic chemicals.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 3.7%

If in mixtures with solvents for safety transport

Solutions under chapter note 2(e) may classify as chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include CoA verifying anhydrous form and >99% purity to confirm chemical identity under heading 2933

β€’ Label as 'not for direct food use' to prevent misclassification into food additive provisions

β€’ For stabilizer-added forms, document necessity for transport per chapter note 2(f)

Related Products under HTS 2933.59.59.00

Aminophylline USP Powder

Aminophylline is a heterocyclic compound containing a xanthine (purine) structure with pyrimidine rings, used as a bronchodilator for asthma treatment. It falls under HTS 2933.59.59.00 as a drug featuring pyrimidine heteroatoms not specified elsewhere in the subheading. This classification applies to its pure chemical form for pharmaceutical use.

Allopurinol Micronized Powder

Allopurinol is a purine analog with pyrimidine ring structure used to treat gout by inhibiting xanthine oxidase. Falls under HTS 2933.59.59.00 as an 'other' pyrimidine heteroatom drug. Its heterocyclic nitrogen-only composition fits the heading precisely.

Flucytosine API Powder

Flucytosine is a fluorinated pyrimidine antifungal drug with nitrogen hetero-atoms only in its ring structure. Classified in HTS 2933.59.59.00 as an 'other' drug under pyrimidine compounds. Excludes halogen emphasis that might shift classification.

Idoxuridine Crystals

Idoxuridine is a iodinated pyrimidine nucleoside antiviral drug containing only nitrogen hetero-atoms in its core structure. HTS 2933.59.59.00 covers it as an 'other' pyrimidine drug, prioritizing ring structure over halogenation. Used in topical antiviral formulations.

Trifluridine Pure Substance

Trifluridine is a fluorinated pyrimidine nucleoside used as an antiviral agent in ophthalmic solutions. Classifies under HTS 2933.59.59.00 for pyrimidine ring drugs not elsewhere specified. Chapter notes confirm nitrogen hetero-atom priority.

Pentoxifylline Micronized

Pentoxifylline is a xanthine derivative with pyrimidine structure used for peripheral vascular disease treatment. Falls in HTS 2933.59.59.00 as an 'other' drug with pyrimidine heteroatoms. Chemical definition matches chapter scope.