Fenetylline Hydrochloride
Fenetylline hydrochloride is the salt form of fenetylline, a synthetic stimulant alkaloid structurally related to amphetamine and theophylline. It falls under HTS 2939.51.00.00 as a chemically defined derivative of theophylline classified specifically among alkaloids and their salts.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not specifically named as fenetylline but another theophylline derivative
Other theophylline derivatives and salts fall under the residual subheading 2939.59.
If formulated as human immunological or blood product
Chapter 29 excludes immunological products of heading 3002.
If put up in dosage forms for medicinal use
Medicinal formulations containing alkaloids are classified in Chapter 30, not pure compounds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain DEA registration and prior approval for Schedule I controlled substances before import
• Provide chemical purity certificates and INN documentation to verify classification under 2939.51
• Avoid misclassification as general pharmaceuticals (Chapter 30) which excludes alkaloids
Related Products under HTS 2939.51.00.00
Fenetylline Phosphate
Fenetylline phosphate represents the phosphoric acid salt of fenetylline, used in pharmaceutical research as a theophylline-aminophylline derivative. Classified under HTS 2939.51.00.00 per chapter notes covering salts of specifically named alkaloids.
Fenetylline Sulfate
The sulfate salt of fenetylline (INN), a synthetic central nervous system stimulant alkaloid combining theophylline and amphetamine structures. HTS 2939.51.00.00 explicitly covers this compound and all its salts as per tariff heading.
Fenetylline Mesylate
Fenetylline mesylate is the methanesulfonic acid salt form, valued for improved solubility in pharmaceutical applications. It qualifies under HTS 2939.51.00.00 as chapter notes include all salts of named alkaloids.
Fenetylline Citrate
Citric acid salt of fenetylline, providing pharmaceutical grade stability for research purposes. Covered by HTS 2939.51.00.00 as salts of the specifically named INN fenetylline per alkaloid heading.