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Nicotine Bitartrate USP

Nicotine bitartrate is the salt form of nicotine alkaloid, synthesized for smoking cessation products and pesticides. It qualifies under HTS 2939.80.0050 as an alkaloid salt derivative.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+131.0%137.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+103.5%110%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+103.5%110%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+18.5%18.5%
🇯🇵JapanFree+21.0%21%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3808.91Lower: 17.5% vs 137.5%

If formulated as insecticide/pesticide

Pesticide formulations containing nicotine derivatives classify under Chapter 38 insecticides.

3004Lower: 12.5% vs 137.5%

If in transdermal patch or gum dosage form

Medicinal nicotine delivery systems are finished medicaments under Chapter 30.

2939.20.00Lower: Free vs 137.5%

If pure nicotine base without salt formation

Unmodified alkaloid bases have specific subheadings before 'other' derivatives.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Require DEA Form 236 for narcotic imports; provide tartrate salt assay certificate confirming 99.5% purity

• FDA prior approval needed for pharma use; label as 'poison' per DOT hazardous material regulations