Sodium Ascorbate Pharmaceutical Grade

Sodium salt of L-ascorbic acid, more stable in liquid formulations, used in injectables and oral supplements. Classified under HTS 2936.27.00.00 per Chapter 29 note on salts of organic compounds classified with the parent vitamin. Provides same Vitamin C activity with neutral pH.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFreeFree
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

3003.39Higher: 10% vs Free

If pre-formulated into sterile injectables or IV solutions

Medicaments in measured doses, even unmixed vitamins, classified under Chapter 30.

2837Higher: 11.7% vs Free

If sodium content dominates and not presented as Vitamin C derivative

Sodium salts of other acids may fall under inorganic salt headings if vitamin function secondary.

2925.19.91.00Higher: 28.7% vs Free

If containing additional amino acid derivatives

Imidazole ring derivatives or compound structures shift to later Chapter 29 headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include salt content analysis confirming it's purely sodium ascorbate without other excipients

Provide pH and solubility data distinguishing from general chemical preparations

Comply with FDA import alerts on Vitamin C derivatives from high-risk countries

Related Products under HTS 2936.27.00.00

L-Ascorbic Acid USP Grade

Pure L-ascorbic acid, the active form of Vitamin C, meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards for pharmaceutical and supplement use. Classified under HTS 2936.27.00.00 as a chemically defined vitamin derivative used primarily as a vitamin source. It serves as an essential nutrient and antioxidant in various formulations.

Ascorbic Acid Powder Food Grade

Fine white crystalline powder of ascorbic acid standardized for food industry applications like fortification and preservation. Falls under HTS 2936.27.00.00 as a separate chemically defined Vitamin C derivative used primarily as a vitamin. Meets FCC specifications for direct food contact.

Ascorbyl Palmitate NF Grade

Fat-soluble ester derivative of ascorbic acid and palmitic acid, used as antioxidant in cosmetics and foods. Classified under HTS 2936.27.00.00 as Vitamin C derivative per Chapter 29 ester rule (classified with later compound). Provides lipophilic vitamin C activity.

Magnesium Ascorbate Crystals

High-bioavailability magnesium salt of ascorbic acid for mineral-vitamin combination supplements. HTS 2936.27.00.00 per classification rules for organic compound salts. Supports both immune and electrolyte functions.

Ascorbic Acid DC Granules

Direct compression granules of ascorbic acid with minimal excipients for tablet manufacturing. Still classified under HTS 2936.27.00.00 as unmixed vitamin derivative if excipients are incidental. Facilitates high-speed tablet production.

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Stable Vitamin C derivative with phosphate group, used in skincare for collagen synthesis. HTS 2936.27.00.00 classification as vitamin derivative despite phosphorylation. Hydrolyzes to ascorbic acid in skin.