Codeine Phosphate
Codeine phosphate is a salt of codeine, an opium alkaloid used as a pain reliever and cough suppressant. It falls under HTS 2939.19.5000 as a derivative salt of an opium alkaloid, specifically within 'other' opium alkaloid derivatives not elsewhere specified. This classification applies to pure chemical forms for pharmaceutical use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +100.0% | 100% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +100.0% | 100% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +100.0% | 100% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +15.0% | 15% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +15.0% | 15% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as finished tablets or syrups
Medicinal preparations containing codeine in dosage forms are classified in Chapter 30 as pharmaceuticals.
If specifically listed as a separate opium alkaloid subheading
Some opium derivatives have specific 8-digit codes; 'other' applies only when not elsewhere specified.
If containing >0.002% of certain toxic substances
Certain alkaloid derivatives with impurities exceeding specified limits shift to toxicity-based subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain DEA registration and import permits as codeine phosphate is a controlled substance under US regulations
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming purity and identity to meet FDA pharmaceutical import standards
• Avoid classifying as a finished dosage form; pure chemical imports stay under Chapter 29, not Chapter 30
Related Products under HTS 2939.19.50.00
Codeine Sulfate
Codeine sulfate is the sulfate salt form of codeine, commonly used in prescription analgesics. Classified under HTS 2939.19.5000 as an 'other' derivative salt of opium alkaloids per Chapter 29 notes on salts. This covers bulk chemical imports for drug manufacturing.
Noscapine Hydrochloride
Noscapine hydrochloride, derived from opium, serves as an antitussive agent without narcotic effects. It qualifies under HTS 2939.19.5000 as an 'other' opium alkaloid salt, fitting Chapter 29's scope for chemically defined alkaloid derivatives.
Papaverine Hydrochloride
Papaverine hydrochloride is an opium alkaloid salt used as a smooth muscle relaxant. Falls under HTS 2939.19.5000 as an unspecified opium alkaloid derivative salt, per chapter notes on organic salts classification.
Naloxone Hydrochloride
Naloxone hydrochloride, a synthetic opium alkaloid derivative, acts as an opioid overdose reversal agent. Classified in HTS 2939.19.5000 as a reproduced-by-synthesis opium alkaloid salt under 'other' derivatives.
Naltrexone Hydrochloride
Naltrexone hydrochloride is a synthetic derivative of opium alkaloids used in addiction treatment. It fits HTS 2939.19.5000 as a salt of reproduced opium alkaloids, excluded from earlier specific headings.
Dihydrocodeine Tartrate
Dihydrocodeine tartrate, a semi-synthetic opium alkaloid salt, provides analgesic and antitussive effects. Covered by HTS 2939.19.5000 as an 'other' opium derivative salt per classification rules for salts.