About HS Code 292146
This specific HS code covers a group of controlled aromatic monoamines, including amfetamine (INN), benzfetamine (INN), dexamfetamine (INN), etilamfetamine (INN), fencamfamin (INN), lefetamine (INN), levamfetamine (INN), mefenorex (INN), and phentermine (INN), along with their salts. These compounds are primarily amphetamine-type stimulants (ATS) with legitimate medical uses, such as treating ADHD and narcolepsy, but are also subject to stringent international controls due to their high potential for abuse and diversion. International trade is highly regulated, involving pharmaceutical manufacturers, licensed distributors, and government agencies. Importers and exporters must comply with strict licensing, quota systems, reporting requirements, and security measures mandated by international drug control conventions to prevent illicit trafficking.
Products Under This Code
Amphetamine sulfate, Dextroamphetamine, Phentermine hydrochloride, Benzphetamine, Lisdexamfetamine (prodrug), Methylphenidate (related, but different code)
Real World Examples
Shire (Vyvanse - lisdexamfetamine), Teva (Adderall - mixed amphetamine salts), KVK-Tech (phentermine), Sandoz (generic amphetamine salts), Mallinckrodt (various controlled substances)
Common Misclassification
These compounds are often misclassified or intentionally misdeclared to evade controls, potentially as other aromatic amines (292149) or even pharmaceutical preparations (3004) if in dosage form, requiring vigilant customs scrutiny.
Products Classified Under 2921.46
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
The USA, Canada, and European Union countries are major importers and consumers due to medical demand, with production concentrated in a few licensed facilities globally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 292146?
HS code 292146 covers: Amine-function compounds; aromatic monoamines and derivatives; amfetamine (INN), benzfetamine (INN), dexamfetamine (INN), etilamfetamine (INN), fencamfamin (INN), lefetamine (INN), levamfetamine (INN), mefenorex (INN) and phentermine (INN); salts thereof. This specific HS code covers a group of controlled aromatic monoamines, including amfetamine (INN), benzfetamine (INN), dexamfetamine (INN), etilamfetamine (INN), fencamfamin (INN), lefetamine (INN), levamfetamine (INN), mefenorex (INN), and phentermine (INN), along with their salts. These compounds are primarily amphetamine-type stimulants (ATS) with legitimate medical uses, such as treating ADHD and narcolepsy, but are also subject to stringent international controls due to their high potential for abuse and diversion. International trade is highly regulated, involving pharmaceutical manufacturers, licensed distributors, and government agencies. Importers and exporters must comply with strict licensing, quota systems, reporting requirements, and security measures mandated by international drug control conventions to prevent illicit trafficking.
What products fall under HS code 292146?
Amphetamine sulfate, Dextroamphetamine, Phentermine hydrochloride, Benzphetamine, Lisdexamfetamine (prodrug), Methylphenidate (related, but different code)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 292146?
These compounds are often misclassified or intentionally misdeclared to evade controls, potentially as other aromatic amines (292149) or even pharmaceutical preparations (3004) if in dosage form, requiring vigilant customs scrutiny.
How is HS code 292146 structured?
HS code 292146 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (21) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (46) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.