Noscapine Hydrochloride from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide pharmacopoeia compliance certificates (USP/EP) for identity and purity verification
• Declare as bulk API only; finished cough syrups require Chapter 30 classification
• Monitor for anti-dumping duties on pharmaceutical intermediates from certain origins