Nicotine Bitartrate USP from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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