Vitamin E Acetate (Tocopheryl Acetate) from China
Tocopheryl acetate is the ester of acetic acid and tocopherol (vitamin E), an aromatic derivative used primarily as a vitamin in supplements and cosmetics. It falls under HTS 2936.29.20.00 as a modified aromatic vitamin derivative, unmixed. This synthetic form provides stability for use in formulations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) 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
• Verify purity certificates and COA to confirm it's unmixed and meets vitamin derivative standards under Chapter 29 notes
• Include FDA prior notice for vitamin imports; label as 'dietary supplement' if applicable to avoid misclassification
• Check for stabilizer additions that might push classification under Chapter 29 note exclusions if exceeding safety/transport limits