HS Code for Cocaine

Cocaine and its derivatives are classified under HS code 2939.72. This code falls under Chapter 29, which is dedicated to organic chemicals. Specifically, heading 2939 covers alkaloids of vegetal origin, whether natural or reproduced by synthesis, and their salts, ethers, esters, and other derivatives. Subheading 2939.72 is the specific designation for cocaine, ecgonine, and their respective salts and esters. This classification is strictly for the chemical compound itself, often used in medical contexts as a local anesthetic or in forensic and laboratory standards. Due to its status as a controlled substance, the movement of goods under this code requires stringent licensing and documentation from national health and drug enforcement agencies.

Products Included

• Cocaine hydrochloride
• Cocaine base (freebase)
• Ecgonine
• Esters of ecgonine
• Salts of cocaine used in pharmaceutical preparations

Common Misclassification

Cocaine is frequently confused with HS code 1211.30, which is the code for the raw coca leaf. The distinction lies in the level of processing: Chapter 12 is for botanical products, while Chapter 29 is for isolated chemical compounds. Another misclassification is HS code 3004.40, which covers medicaments containing alkaloids. If the cocaine is put up in measured doses for therapeutic use, it may move from Chapter 29 to Chapter 30.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Cocaine?

The HS code for cocaine, ecgonine, and their salts or esters is 2939.72.

Is crack cocaine classified under this code?

Yes, as a base form of the alkaloid, it falls under the chemical classification of 2939.72, though its trade is generally prohibited outside of specific legal exceptions.