Codeine Phosphate Powder from Mexico
Codeine phosphate, a semi-synthetic opium alkaloid salt used in analgesics and cough syrups, falls under HTS 2939.80.0050 as other alkaloid derivatives.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%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
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Mandatory DEA import quota and registration; submit Form 333 to CBP upon arrival
• Provide Ph
• Eur./USP certificate of analysis showing <0.1% morphine impurities
• Secure transport required (Schedule II narcotic); avoid air shipment without proper hazmat declaration