Pyridoxine Dipalmitate from Japan
Pyridoxine Dipalmitate is a fat-soluble ester derivative of vitamin B6 used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations for its vitamin activity. It qualifies under HTS 2936.25.00.00 as a derivative used primarily as vitamin B6. The palmitate form enhances skin penetration in topical applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Declare as cosmetic active if primary use differs from pharmaceutical; provide stability data for ester form; avoid classification with general esters under note 5(A)