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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3003.39Higher: 10% vs Free

If in mixtures with other active ingredients for oral use

Medicaments in measured doses containing codeine mixtures move to Chapter 30.

2939.19.10.00Same rate: Free

If specifically named in a higher-priority subheading

Chapter note requires classification in the numerically last applicable heading.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include Schedule I/II controlled substance documentation from DEA for all codeine salt shipments

• Ensure labeling specifies exact salt form and CAS number to prevent reclassification disputes

• Verify importer has proper pharmaceutical chemical handling licenses before shipment

Related Products under HTS 2939.19.50.00

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.

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.