Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) from Mexico
Phylloquinone, a naphthoquinone derivative, finds use in photographic chemicals as a stabilizer in long-exposure emulsions. Classified under HTS 2914.69.1000 when specified for photography.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Separate from pharma shipments with clear end-use letters; ensure >95% purity certification
• Pitfall: Nutraceutical claims trigger FDA scrutiny