About HS Code 293391
This highly specific HS code covers a range of benzodiazepine compounds, identified by their International Nonproprietary Names (INN), such as alprazolam, diazepam, and clonazepam. These are potent psychoactive substances primarily used as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in medications for anxiety, insomnia, seizures, and muscle spasms. Due to their therapeutic effects and potential for abuse, international trade is under strict control, governed by conventions like the UN Convention on Psychotropic Substances. Only licensed pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors are typically involved in their import and export, with rigorous documentation and security measures required. Purity, pharmaceutical grade, and compliance with national drug control agencies are paramount.
Products Under This Code
Alprazolam, Diazepam, Clonazepam, Flunitrazepam, Chlordiazepoxide, Estazolam, Lorazepam
Real World Examples
Xanax (Alprazolam), Valium (Diazepam), Klonopin (Clonazepam), Rohypnol (Flunitrazepam)
Common Misclassification
Misclassification is rare due to the explicit listing of INNs, but could theoretically be confused with other controlled substances in 2939 (alkaloids) or other heterocyclic compounds in 2933.99 if not precisely identified.
Products Classified Under 2933.91
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Switzerland and Germany are key producers, while the USA and EU countries are major importers for pharmaceutical consumption.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 293391?
HS code 293391 covers: Heterocyclic compounds; alprazolam (INN), camazepam (INN), chlordiazepoxide (INN), clonazepam (INN), clorazepate, delorazepam (INN), diazepam (INN), estazolam (INN), ethyl loflazepate (INN), fludiazepam (INN), flunitrazepam (INN), (cont). This highly specific HS code covers a range of benzodiazepine compounds, identified by their International Nonproprietary Names (INN), such as alprazolam, diazepam, and clonazepam. These are potent psychoactive substances primarily used as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in medications for anxiety, insomnia, seizures, and muscle spasms. Due to their therapeutic effects and potential for abuse, international trade is under strict control, governed by conventions like the UN Convention on Psychotropic Substances. Only licensed pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors are typically involved in their import and export, with rigorous documentation and security measures required. Purity, pharmaceutical grade, and compliance with national drug control agencies are paramount.
What products fall under HS code 293391?
Alprazolam, Diazepam, Clonazepam, Flunitrazepam, Chlordiazepoxide, Estazolam, Lorazepam
What are common misclassifications for HS code 293391?
Misclassification is rare due to the explicit listing of INNs, but could theoretically be confused with other controlled substances in 2939 (alkaloids) or other heterocyclic compounds in 2933.99 if not precisely identified.
How is HS code 293391 structured?
HS code 293391 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (33) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.