Promethazine Hydrochloride

Promethazine hydrochloride, a phenothiazine derivative, serves as an antihistamine, antiemetic, and sedative with tranquilizing properties used for motion sickness and preoperative sedation. Classified under HTS 2934.30.23.00 due to its psychotherapeutic applications and phenothiazine ring structure. Typically imported as API powder for pharmaceutical manufacturing.

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.

2934.30Same rate: 6.5%

If primarily imported for antihistamine rather than psychotherapeutic use

Phenothiazines labeled primarily as antihistamines may fall under separate 'other' drug subcategory.

3003.39Higher: 10% vs 6.5%

If imported in measured doses for retail (syrups, suppositories)

Medicaments in dosage form containing phenothiazines classify under Chapter 30 bulk medicaments.

2922.29Higher: 16.5% vs 6.5%

If classified by primary amino-function rather than ring structure

Some phenothiazine derivatives with prominent nitrogen-functions may classify under amino-compound headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide USP/EP certificate confirming compliance with pharmacopeial standards for identity and purity

Include stability data showing 24-month shelf life under ICH conditions to satisfy FDA import requirements

Avoid common pitfall of improper packaging; use double PE-lined drums to prevent moisture contamination

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Chlorpromazine Hydrochloride

Chlorpromazine hydrochloride is a phenothiazine derivative used primarily as an antipsychotic and tranquilizer for treating schizophrenia and severe agitation. It falls under HTS 2934.30.23.00 as a psychotherapeutic agent containing a phenothiazine ring-system, classified as a drug for import purposes. This chemically defined compound is imported in bulk pharmaceutical form for formulation into tablets or injections.

Thioridazine Hydrochloride

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Mesoridazine Besylate

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Perphenazine

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Fluphenazine Decanoate

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Trifluoperazine Hydrochloride

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