D-Pantothenic Acid Calcium Salt from Japan
Calcium D-pantothenate is the calcium salt of D-pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5), a water-soluble vitamin essential for coenzyme A synthesis. This chemically defined derivative is classified under HTS 2936.24.0100 as a derivative of D-pantothenic acid used primarily as a vitamin in supplements and fortified foods.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and optical isomer (D-form) through certificate of analysis to confirm classification under 2936.24.0100
• Include FDA prior notice for food/supplement use and ensure GMP-compliant manufacturing documentation
• Avoid misclassification as mixtures by providing lab reports showing unmixed vitamin derivative status