Xanthine Base Chemical
Xanthine is the parent compound of methylxanthines, featuring fused pyrimidine-imidazole rings. HTS 2933.59.70.00 classifies it as an aromatic pyrimidine per U.S. note 3. Used in biochemical research and synthesis.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-aromatic or modified versions
Subheading distinguishes aromatic vs. other within 2933.59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide molecular formula C5H4N4O2 and CAS 60-93-5 verification
• Ship under proper chemical hazard class (non-hazardous usually)
• Avoid mixtures exceeding stabilizer limits per chapter note (f)
Related Products under HTS 2933.59.70.00
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.
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.