DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate from Japan
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.
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
• 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