Ephedrine Hydrochloride from Mexico
Ephedrine hydrochloride is the hydrochloride salt of the natural alkaloid ephedrine, extracted from Ephedra plants or synthesized. It is classified under HTS 2939.41.00.00 as a salt of the ephedra alkaloid ephedrine, fitting Chapter 29's scope for chemically defined organic compounds and their salts.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify DEA List I chemical registration required for all importers; obtain import permit from Drug Enforcement Administration
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming purity >98% and origin (natural or synthetic) to avoid misclassification