Aminophylline USP

Aminophylline is a heterocyclic compound containing a xanthine (purine) structure with pyrimidine rings, used as a bronchodilator for asthma treatment. It falls under HTS 2933.59.70.00 as an aromatic pyrimidine derivative listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for specific organic chemicals. This classification applies to its pure chemical form for pharmaceutical use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2939.59.00.00Lower: Free vs 6.5%

If containing purine ring structure emphasized over pyrimidine

Purine derivatives like xanthines may classify under heading 2939 for other heterocyclic compounds if not specifically captured in 2933.

3002.90Higher: 10% vs 6.5%

If imported as human blood fluid or finished immunological product

Products put up for therapeutic use as immunologicals fall under Chapter 30, excluding Chapter 29 per chapter notes.

2933.59.15.00Same rate: 6.5%

If not listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI

Non-listed aromatic pyrimidine compounds classify under the general 'other' subheading 2933.59.15.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compliance with additional U.S. note 3 to section VI and provide Certificate of Analysis confirming purity and structure

Include FDA Drug Master File or import alert documentation for pharmaceutical intermediates to avoid holds

Label shipments clearly as 'pharmaceutical reference standard' to prevent misclassification as finished drugs

Related Products under HTS 2933.59.70.00

Theobromine Powder

Theobromine is a methylxanthine alkaloid with fused pyrimidine rings in its purine structure, used in pharmaceuticals and as a chemical intermediate. Classified under HTS 2933.59.70.00 due to its aromatic nature and inclusion in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. It qualifies as a separate chemically defined heterocyclic compound.

Caffeine Anhydrous USP

Caffeine anhydrous is a purine alkaloid featuring pyrimidine rings, used in pharmaceuticals, energy products, and as a chemical standard. It is covered by HTS 2933.59.70.00 as an aromatic heterocyclic compound described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. The classification reflects its chemically defined structure.

Paraxanthine Reference Standard

Paraxanthine is a caffeine metabolite with a xanthine (pyrimidine-containing) structure, supplied as analytical reference material. Falls under HTS 2933.59.70.00 for aromatic pyrimidines listed in additional U.S. note 3. Used in lab research and pharma development.

Theophylline Monohydrate

Theophylline monohydrate is a methylxanthine with pyrimidine rings, used in respiratory medications. Classified in HTS 2933.59.70.00 as an aromatic compound per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. The hydrate form remains a separate chemically defined organic compound.

Dyphylline USP Powder

Dyphylline is a xanthine derivative with pyrimidine structure, used as a theophylline alternative in bronchodilators. HTS 2933.59.70.00 applies to this aromatic heterocyclic compound listed in U.S. note 3. It is imported as high-purity USP grade.

Proxyphylline Pharmaceutical Grade

Proxyphylline, a hydroxyethyltheophylline with pyrimidine rings, serves as a mild bronchodilator. Covered under HTS 2933.59.70.00 for its aromatic pyrimidine structure in additional U.S. note 3. Supplied for API manufacturing.