Caffeine Anhydrous Powder

Pure caffeine anhydrous is a xanthine alkaloid classified as a heterocyclic compound with nitrogen hetero-atoms only, specifically under aromatic or modified aromatic structures in heading 2933. It falls into 2933.99.79.00 due to U.S. note 3 specifications for certain pharmaceutical intermediates. Used in energy drinks, supplements, and medications.

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 additional oxygen hetero-atoms in structure

Caffeine derivatives with oxygen functions shift to heading 2939 for other heterocyclic compounds.

3002.90Higher: 10% vs 6.5%

If put up in dosage form for retail therapeutic use

Chapter 29 excludes immunological products; finished pharma forms go to chapter 30.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 6.5%

If imported as mixture with excipients exceeding 95% purity threshold

Mixtures not qualifying as separate chemically defined compounds fall under chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide Certificate of Analysis confirming purity >98% and absence of impurities listed in chapter exclusions

Include end-use declaration to avoid reclassification under chapter 30 if pharmaceutical grade

Ensure proper UN packaging for Hazard Class 6.1 toxic substance during transport

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