Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

The HS Code 29391100: Concentrates of Poppy Straw and Specified INNs

The HS Code 29391100 refers to concentrates of poppy straw, as well as specific International Nonproprietary Names (INNs) including buprenorphine, codeine, dihydrocodeine, ethylmorphine, and their salts. This article will provide an extensive overview of this HS code, including its product description, duty rates, quantity unit, and special tariff preference programs.

Product Description

The product description covered by HS code 29391100 includes concentrates of poppy straw and various specified INNs. Poppy straw refers to the dried plant material obtained from the poppy plant (Papaver somniferum), which contains alkaloids such as morphine and codeine. The concentrates are derived from the extraction and processing of the active ingredients found in the poppy straw.

Additionally, this HS code covers the specific INNs of buprenorphine, codeine, dihydrocodeine, ethylmorphine, and their salts. INNs are globally recognized names for pharmaceutical substances, providing a standardized nomenclature for active ingredients in medicines.

Duty Rates

The bound or Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate for HS code 29391100 is free. This means that when a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This duty rate encourages the free flow of trade for concentrates of poppy straw and specified INNs.

Quantity Unit

The quantity unit for HS code 29391100 is kilograms (KG). This unit of measurement is used to quantify the weight of the imported or exported concentrates of poppy straw and specified INNs.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

HS code 29391100 is eligible for various special tariff preference programs, providing duty-free treatment or special rates for specific countries. The following programs apply to this HS code:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP): Provides duty-free treatment for eligible products.
• Australia Special Rate: Offers a special rate for imports from Australia.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Grants a special rate for imports from Bahrain.
• NAFTA for Canada: Provides duty-free treatment for imports from Canada under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Chile Special Rate: Offers a special rate for imports from Chile.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Provides duty-free treatment for eligible products from designated Caribbean countries.
• Israel Special Rate: Grants duty-free treatment for imports from Israel.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Offers duty-free treatment for eligible products from designated Andean countries.
• Jordan Special Rate: Provides a special rate for imports from Jordan.
• Agreement on Trade in Pharmaceutical Products: Grants duty-free treatment for pharmaceutical products.
• Morocco Special Rate: Offers a special rate for imports from Morocco.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Provides duty-free treatment for imports from Mexico under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
• Oman Special Rate: Grants a special rate for imports from Oman.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Offers a special rate for imports from designated Central American countries and the Dominican Republic.
• Peru Special Rate: Provides a special rate for imports from Peru.
• Singapore Special Rate: Grants a special rate for imports from Singapore.

Importing and Exporting US States

Regarding the United States, the following states are known for importing concentrates of poppy straw and specified INNs under HS code 29391100:

• North Carolina
• Nevada

On the other hand, the following states are known for exporting these products:

• Puerto Rico
• Indiana
• Puerto Rico
• Puerto Rico
• Puerto Rico
• Puerto Rico

It is important to note that the import and export of concentrates of poppy straw and specified INNs should comply with relevant regulations and licensing requirements to ensure their safe and legal trade.