Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid (Niacin)

Niacin, or vitamin B3, is a pyridine derivative with a carboxylic acid substituent, featuring a single nitrogen hetero-atom in its aromatic ring. Falls under HTS 2933.99.82 as other aromatic nitrogen heterocycles. Essential nutrient used in supplements and pharmaceuticals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6.5%β€”6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2936.29.50Lower: Free vs 6.5%

If classified primarily by vitamin function

Vitamins may fall under heading 2936, but heterocyclic structure governs per chapter notes.

3004.90Higher: 10% vs 6.5%

If in multivitamin tablet form

Dosage-form vitamins shift to Chapter 30 medicaments.

2916.31.20.00Higher: 41.5% vs 6.5%

If benzoic acid derivatives

Material composition changes heading if pyridine ring not principal characteristic.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include USP certificates for food/pharma grade; structure declaration prevents misclassification as vitamin prep; check for country-specific quotas

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