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Cosmetic Niacinamide Bulk Powder

Pure niacinamide powder for cosmetic formulations, functioning as vitamin B3 for skin brightening and barrier repair. HTS 2936.29.16.30 applies to unmixed derivatives used primarily as vitamins, even for cosmetic end-use. Chemically defined per Chapter 29 scope.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+100.0%100%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+100.0%100%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+100.0%100%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

3304.99.50.00Lower: 37.5% vs 100%

If pre-diluted in cosmetic base for retail sale

Bulk unmixed vitamins stay in Ch.29, but retail skincare preparations shift to beauty products in Ch.33.

2936.29.50Lower: Free vs 100%

If containing impurities >2% or not USP grade

High-purity niacinamide uses .16.30 suffix; lower grades fall under residual 'other' provisions in the heading.

3824.99.39Lower: 37.5% vs 100%

If for industrial non-vitamin applications like polymer additives

End-use outside 'primarily as vitamins' excludes from 2936 per heading terms, becoming Ch.38 chemical specialties.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide end-use statement distinguishing bulk chemical from finished cosmetic; ensure no pre-mixed actives triggering Ch.33 classification; comply with TSCA import certification for cosmetics