Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2) from Germany
Ergocalciferol, or Vitamin D2, is a synthetic derivative of ergosterol used primarily as a vitamin in fortification and supplementation. Classified under HTS 2936.29.50.20 as an unmixed Vitamin D derivative, it promotes bone mineralization and is a separate chemically defined organic compound. Commonly produced for vegan-friendly supplements.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Ensure USP or EP monograph compliance with documentation to facilitate customs clearance
• Declare exact potency (e.g
• 500,000 IU/g) on commercial invoice to match HTS specifications