Codeine Phosphate Powder from Japan
Codeine phosphate, a semi-synthetic opioid alkaloid salt used in cough syrups and analgesics. HTS 2939.80.00 applies to this 'other' alkaloid derivative and salt, following Chapter 29 priority for latest numerical heading.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• DEA import registration and quota approval mandatory; declare Schedule II status
• Include analytical certificate for phosphate content and purity >99%
• Secure transport required; pitfall is inadequate narcotic documentation