U.S. exports of ergometrine and its salts (HS 293961) totaled $3K in January 2026, exported to 1 country.
Last updated: January 2026 dataErgometrine (also known as ergonovine) is an ergot alkaloid used clinically to prevent and treat postpartum hemorrhage, making it a critical obstetric pharmaceutical. As a controlled substance precursor in many jurisdictions, imports of ergometrine and its salts require DEA registration and import permits in addition to standard FDA admissibility review. Classification falls under a single 10-digit line (2939610000), and the narrow therapeutic application means trade volumes are modest but supply continuity is clinically significant. Importers should verify both DEA Schedule status and FDA drug establishment registration before shipment.
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Yes. Ergometrine is classified as a List I chemical precursor by the DEA because of its potential use in illicit drug synthesis. Importers must hold a valid DEA registration and obtain import permits prior to shipment, in addition to meeting FDA's drug admissibility requirements.
The US tariff schedule carves out ergometrine (2939610000), ergotamine (2939620000), and lysergic acid (2939630000) as separate named lines within the ergot alkaloid group. Correct classification depends on the specific compound's identity; mixtures or derivatives not meeting the named-compound definition fall to the NESOI line for ergot alkaloids.
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Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Subheading 16 of 18 in heading 2939
Subheading 293961 · $3K of $4.1M
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