Promethazine Hydrochloride

Promethazine hydrochloride is a phenothiazine derivative used as an antihistamine, antiemetic, and sedative. It contains a phenothiazine ring-system that is not further fused with other rings, qualifying it for classification under HTS 2934.30.5000 as 'other' compounds with this specific structure.

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.

2933.39.61Same rate: 6.5%

If containing a quinoline ring system instead

Quinoline derivatives like certain antihistamines fall under heterocyclic compounds of heading 2933.

3004.90Higher: 10% vs 6.5%

If imported as finished dosage form like tablets

Formulated medicaments containing phenothiazines are classified in Chapter 30 as pharmaceuticals.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 6.5%

If in bulk mixture with excipients exceeding 95% purity threshold

Chemical mixtures not meeting pure compound criteria move to Chapter 38 preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide certificates of analysis confirming chemical purity and phenothiazine structure to avoid reclassification

Ensure FDA registration and drug master files are complete for pharmaceutical imports; common pitfall is missing impurity declarations

Label shipments with exact CAS number (58-88-8) and batch details to facilitate customs clearance