HS Code 130211
Opium Vegetable Saps
HS code 130211 covers opium, a vegetable sap from the poppy plant, heavily regulated internationally due to its narcotic pharmaceutical and illegal potential.
6-digit Section IIAir Hazmat 6.1
HS Code 130211 — Opium Vegetable Saps
This code specifically identifies opium, which is the dried latex obtained from the seed capsules of the opium poppy. It is heavily regulated due to its use in producing narcotic medicinal alkaloids.
What's included
- Opium latex
- Raw opium
- Dried opium sap
What's excluded
- Poppy seeds → use
120791(Seeds of the poppy are classified as oilseeds, not saps/extracts.) - Morphine or Codeine → use
293911(Pure alkaloids extracted from opium are classified as chemicals.)
Common examples
- Pharma-grade raw opium for alkaloid extraction
- Crude opium latex
Frequently asked questions
Can anyone import this code?
No, this is one of the most strictly controlled codes globally and requires specific narcotics licenses from national health authorities.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Requires an Import/Export permit from the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB).
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: India, Turkey, France
- Top importers: United States, Japan, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Strictly controlled pharmaceutical precursor requiring global narcotics clearance.
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