Theobromine Powder USP from China
Theobromine, a xanthine alkaloid reproduced synthetically, used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and chocolate processing. Classified under HTS 2939.80.00 as 'other' alkaloid derivatives, meeting Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined compounds.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Include CoA verifying USP grade and CAS 83-67-0 to confirm alkaloid status
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk only prevents shift to Chapter 33 cosmetic preparations
• Check REACH compliance for EU-origin material; common issue is undeclared impurities