Phenylpropanolamine Hydrochloride from Canada
Phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride is the hydrochloride salt of norephedrine, a synthetic derivative of the ephedra alkaloid norephedrine. It is classified under HTS 2939.44.00.00 as a salt of norephedrine, fitting Chapter 29's scope for chemically defined organic compounds and their salts. Primarily used in pharmaceutical formulations as a nasal decongestant and appetite suppressant.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify DEA registration if used in controlled substance precursors; provide certificates of analysis confirming purity and salt form
• Ensure proper labeling as pharmaceutical API to avoid misclassification as finished drug