Ephedrine Sulfate Powder from China
Ephedrine sulfate is the sulfuric acid salt of ephedrine alkaloid, synthesized for injectable pharmaceutical applications and asthma treatment. It qualifies under HTS 2939.49.0300 as an ephedra alkaloid salt per chapter classification rules for organic salts. The pure chemical form distinguishes it from formulated drugs.
Duty Rate — China → 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
• Submit FDA Drug Master File reference and bulk drug substance registration prior to import
• Use UN-approved packaging for List I chemicals with proper hazard diamond labeling
• Verify no optical impurities via HPLC certificate to maintain single-isomer classification