DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate
DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate is a synthetic ester derivative of vitamin E (tocopherol) used primarily for its vitamin E activity in nutritional supplements and cosmetics. It falls under HTS 2936.28.00.00 as a derivative of tocopherols with established vitamin E activity, meeting Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds used as vitamins.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If when formulated into dosage forms like softgel capsules for retail sale
Blended with excipients for therapeutic use, classified as medicaments in Chapter 30 rather than unmixed vitamin derivatives
If incorporated into beauty products exceeding 5% concentration
Primarily functions as cosmetic ingredient rather than vitamin source, falling under Chapter 33 preparations
If sold as bulk chemical mixture with non-vitamin stabilizers
Loses identity as unmixed vitamin derivative, classified as chemical preparation per Chapter 38
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide Certificates of Analysis (CoA) confirming vitamin E activity and purity to avoid misclassification as general organic chemicals
• Ensure labeling distinguishes synthetic vs natural forms; derivatives must demonstrate primary vitamin E use per Chapter 29 notes
Related Products under HTS 2936.28.00.00
D-Alpha Tocopherol Natural Vitamin E Oil
D-Alpha Tocopherol is the natural form of vitamin E extracted from vegetable oils, supplied as a reddish-brown oil for use in supplements and food fortification. Classified under HTS 2936.28.00.00 as a tocopherol with vitamin E activity, fitting Chapter 29 provitamin/vitamin provisions.
Tocopheryl Succinate Powder
Tocopheryl Succinate is a dry powder derivative of vitamin E used in pharmaceutical formulations and nutritional supplements for its antioxidant properties. It qualifies under HTS 2936.28.00.00 as a tocopherol derivative primarily used for vitamin E activity.
Mixed Tocopherols 70% Concentrate
Mixed Tocopherols 70% is a natural blend of alpha, beta, gamma, and delta tocopherols standardized to 70% potency for antioxidant applications. Falls under HTS 2936.28.00.00 as tocopherol compounds with vitamin E activity per Chapter 29 definitions.
Alpha Tocopheryl Phosphate
Alpha Tocopheryl Phosphate is a water-soluble vitamin E derivative used in cosmetics and dermatological products. Classified in HTS 2936.28.00.00 as a tocopherol derivative with vitamin E activity, consistent with Chapter 29 provitamin provisions.
Vitamin E TPGS (Tocofersolan)
Vitamin E TPGS (d-alpha-tocopheryl polyethylene glycol 1000 succinate) is a water-soluble derivative used as a pharmaceutical solubilizer and vitamin E source. HTS 2936.28.00.00 applies as a tocopherol derivative primarily used for vitamin E activity.
Natural Mixed Tocotrienols Complex
Natural Mixed Tocotrienols from palm oil contains alpha, beta, gamma, and delta tocotrienols with vitamin E activity, used in nutritional supplements. Covered by HTS 2936.28.00.00 as related compounds exhibiting vitamin E activity.