HS Code Subheading

Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; tilidine (INN) and its esters; salts thereof

2922.44 Subheading
Section VI — Products of the chemical or allied industries

About HS Code 292244

This HS code is highly specific, covering tilidine (INN), a synthetic opioid analgesic, along with its esters and salts, provided they do not contain more than one type of oxygen function. Due to its pharmacological properties as a potent pain reliever, tilidine is a controlled substance in many countries, subject to strict international and national regulations concerning its manufacture, trade, and distribution. In international trade, importers are exclusively pharmaceutical companies or authorized distributors in countries where tilidine is approved for medical use. Exporters are typically pharmaceutical manufacturers holding licenses for controlled substances. Key considerations for trade are paramount: stringent regulatory compliance, secure transportation, detailed documentation, and adherence to quotas and international conventions like the UN Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs. The trade volume is tightly controlled and driven solely by medical demand for pain management, making it a highly specialized and regulated segment of the chemical trade with limited global players.

Products Under This Code

Tilidine Hydrochloride, Tilidine Phosphate, Tilidine Base, Tilidine Ethyl Ester, Tilidine Methyl Ester

Real World Examples

Valoron N (Tilidine/Naloxone), Tilidin STADA, Tilidin AL, Tilidin Hexal

Common Misclassification

This code is very specific to tilidine, making misclassification with other amino acids in 292249 unlikely, unless the substance is incorrectly identified. It could be confused with other opioid analgesics under different HS codes if the chemical structure is not precisely verified.

Products Classified Under 2922.44

Industry

This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.

Trade Overview

Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and South Africa are among the primary countries where tilidine is medically prescribed and thus traded, under strict controls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 292244?

HS code 292244 covers: Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; tilidine (INN) and its esters; salts thereof. This HS code is highly specific, covering tilidine (INN), a synthetic opioid analgesic, along with its esters and salts, provided they do not contain more than one type of oxygen function. Due to its pharmacological properties as a potent pain reliever, tilidine is a controlled substance in many countries, subject to strict international and national regulations concerning its manufacture, trade, and distribution. In international trade, importers are exclusively pharmaceutical companies or authorized distributors in countries where tilidine is approved for medical use. Exporters are typically pharmaceutical manufacturers holding licenses for controlled substances. Key considerations for trade are paramount: stringent regulatory compliance, secure transportation, detailed documentation, and adherence to quotas and international conventions like the UN Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs. The trade volume is tightly controlled and driven solely by medical demand for pain management, making it a highly specialized and regulated segment of the chemical trade with limited global players.

What products fall under HS code 292244?

Tilidine Hydrochloride, Tilidine Phosphate, Tilidine Base, Tilidine Ethyl Ester, Tilidine Methyl Ester

What are common misclassifications for HS code 292244?

This code is very specific to tilidine, making misclassification with other amino acids in 292249 unlikely, unless the substance is incorrectly identified. It could be confused with other opioid analgesics under different HS codes if the chemical structure is not precisely verified.

How is HS code 292244 structured?

HS code 292244 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (22) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (44) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.