HS Code for Lysergic acid

Lysergic acid is classified under HS code 2939.63 as an alkaloid of rye ergot. The Harmonized System organizes organic chemicals in Chapter 29 based on their molecular structure and functional groups. Heading 2939 is dedicated to vegetable alkaloids, which are nitrogenous organic compounds of plant origin. Lysergic acid is a specific derivative of the ergot alkaloids found in the fungus Claviceps purpurea. The classification 2939.63 is precise for the acid itself and its various salts. This classification is maintained regardless of the intended use, whether for pharmaceutical research or as a precursor in chemical synthesis, provided the substance remains a separate chemically defined compound as required by the Note 1 to Chapter 29.

Products Included

• Lysergic acid in crystalline form
• Lysergic acid monohydrate
• Salts of lysergic acid
• Lysergic acid precursors derived from ergot
• Technical grade lysergic acid for laboratory use

Common Misclassification

Lysergic acid is often confused with other ergot alkaloids such as Ergometrine (2939.61) or Ergotamine (2939.62). While these substances share a similar chemical backbone, the HS nomenclature provides specific subheadings for each major ergot derivative. Misclassifying lysergic acid under the 'other' category of 2939.69 is also a common error; however, because lysergic acid is explicitly named in the 2939.63 subheading, the specific code must take precedence over the general one according to GIR 3(a). Additionally, it should not be confused with synthetic drugs in heading 2933.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Lysergic acid?

The specific HS code for Lysergic acid and its salts is 2939.63.

Are all ergot derivatives under this code?

No, only lysergic acid and its salts are under 2939.63. Other derivatives like ergometrine and ergotamine have their own specific subheadings within heading 2939.