HS Code for Norephedrine medicine

Norephedrine medicine is classified under HS code 3004.43. This classification is part of Chapter 30, which encompasses pharmaceutical products. Heading 3004 specifically refers to medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, provided they are put up in measured doses (such as tablets, capsules, or ampoules) or in forms or packings for retail sale. The subheading 3004.43 is designated for those medicaments containing alkaloids or their derivatives, specifically norephedrine or its salts. This differs from the bulk chemical classification because the product has undergone secondary manufacturing to be ready for patient use. The presence of norephedrine as the active ingredient dictates the specific subheading, ensuring that health regulations and pharmaceutical tariffs are correctly applied to the finished drug product. The classification follows the principle that the intended use and the final form (retail-ready) take precedence over the raw material composition found in Chapter 29.

Products Included

• Norephedrine tablets packaged for retail pharmacy sale
• Decongestant syrups containing norephedrine in measured doses
• Appetite suppressants containing PPA in blister packs
• Injectable norephedrine solutions for clinical use
• Capsules containing norephedrine salts for therapeutic use

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 2939.44, which is for the bulk chemical. If the medicine is not in retail packaging or measured doses, it might be classified under 3003.43, which covers medicaments not put up in measured doses. Importers must distinguish between the active ingredient (Chapter 29) and the finished pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) to avoid significant regulatory delays.

FAQ

What is the HS code for norephedrine medicine?

The specific HS code for norephedrine-based medicaments in retail packaging is 3004.43.

Does this code apply to herbal supplements?

If the supplement contains a measured dose of norephedrine for therapeutic use, it may fall here; however, simple dried plant material would fall under 1211.