Tocopheryl Succinate Powder
Tocopheryl Succinate Powder is a dry, esterified derivative of vitamin E, formed by reacting tocopherol with succinic acid. It is used in pharmaceutical and nutritional applications for its antioxidant properties, and is classified under tariff item 2936.28.00 as a vitamin E derivative, per Chapter 29's inclusion of derivatives used primarily as vitamins.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the powder is mixed with other vitamins or carriers
Mixtures of vitamin E derivatives with other substances are classified under the 'Other' subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the succinate ester structure and purity, as the CBSA may require lab analysis to verify it is a vitamin E derivative
• If the powder is formulated with excipients, ensure they do not make it suitable for a specific pharmaceutical use, which could affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2936.28.00
Alpha Tocopheryl Phosphate
Alpha Tocopheryl Phosphate is a water-soluble derivative of vitamin E, chemically modified to enhance its stability and bioavailability in cosmetic and dermatological formulations. It is classified under tariff item 2936.28.00 as a derivative of vitamin E used primarily for its vitamin E activity, consistent with Chapter 29's coverage of separate chemically defined organic compounds.
D-Alpha Tocopherol Natural Vitamin E Oil
D-Alpha Tocopherol Natural Vitamin E Oil is the naturally occurring form of vitamin E, extracted from vegetable oils and used in dietary supplements and food fortification. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound (tocopherol) with vitamin E activity, falling squarely under tariff item 2936.28.00 for vitamin E and its derivatives.
DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate
DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate is a synthetic ester of vitamin E, produced by acetylating tocopherol to improve its stability and shelf life. It is used primarily for its vitamin E activity in supplements and cosmetics, and qualifies as a derivative of vitamin E under tariff item 2936.28.00, per Chapter 29's inclusion of derivatives used primarily as vitamins.
Mixed Tocopherols 70% Concentrate
Mixed Tocopherols 70% Concentrate is a natural blend of alpha, beta, gamma, and delta tocopherols, standardized to 70% potency for use as an antioxidant in food and supplements. It is a mixture of isomers of the same organic compound (tocopherols) with vitamin E activity, falling under tariff item 2936.28.00 as vitamin E and its derivatives, per Chapter 29 Note 1(b).
Natural Mixed Tocotrienols Complex
Natural Mixed Tocotrienols Complex is a blend of tocotrienols derived from palm oil, which are structurally related to tocopherols and exhibit vitamin E activity. It is used in nutritional supplements for its antioxidant properties, and falls under tariff item 2936.28.00 as a derivative of vitamin E, consistent with Chapter 29's coverage of compounds with vitamin activity.
Vitamin E TPGS (Tocofersolan)
Vitamin E TPGS (Tocofersolan) is a water-soluble derivative of vitamin E, created by conjugating d-alpha-tocopherol with polyethylene glycol 1000 succinate. It is used as a pharmaceutical solubilizer and vitamin E source, and falls under tariff item 2936.28.00 as a derivative of vitamin E, consistent with Chapter 29's coverage of derivatives used primarily as vitamins.