Alprazolam Powder from Mexico
Pharmaceutical-grade alprazolam powder, a benzodiazepine used primarily for treating anxiety and panic disorders. This chemically defined heterocyclic compound with nitrogen hetero-atoms falls under HTS 2933.91.0050 as a specified INN compound not covered by more specific subheadings. It's imported as bulk active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for tablet formulation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Require DEA registration and import permit for controlled substances; ensure Schedule IV compliance
• Provide certificate of analysis (COA) verifying purity >99% and INN identity for customs clearance
• Avoid misclassification as finished dosage forms which fall under Chapter 30