Biotin (Vitamin H/B7)

Biotin, also called Vitamin B7 or Vitamin H, supports metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. This unmixed form qualifies under HTS 2936.29.5050 as an 'other' vitamin essential for nutritional supplements and cosmetics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFreeFree
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

2936.26.00.00Same rate: Free

If D-biotin enantiomer specified for stereospecific pharmaceutical applications

Specific stereoisomers may align with isomer mixture provisions in chapter notes.

3304.99.50.00Higher: 35% vs Free

If pre-micronized for direct addition to beauty creams/shampoos

Beauty/tanning preparations containing vitamins classified by end-use in Chapter 33.

3824Higher: 15% vs Free

If diluted with anti-caking agents beyond Chapter 29 stabilizer allowances

Excessive additives render it a chemical preparation rather than pure vitamin.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include microbial and heavy metal test reports required for cosmetic/pharma grade imports

Specify 'unmixed' on commercial invoice to avoid Chapter 38 mixture classification

Watch for reclassification if particle size indicates finished cosmetic ingredient vs bulk chemical

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Vitamin K1 (Phytonadione)

Vitamin K1, also known as phytonadione, is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and bone health. This synthetic or natural form falls under HTS 2936.29.5050 as one of the 'other' unmixed vitamins and derivatives primarily used as vitamins, distinct from common vitamins like A, B, C, D, and E.

Vitamin F (Linoleic Acid)

Vitamin F refers to essential fatty acids like linoleic acid, historically classified as a vitamin despite modern fatty acid categorization. Falls under HTS 2936.29.5050 as an unmixed 'other' vitamin derivative used in nutritional contexts.

Inositol (Vitamin B8)

Inositol, sometimes called Vitamin B8, functions in cell signaling and is used in supplements for PCOS and metabolic health. Classified as unmixed 'other' vitamin under HTS 2936.29.5050.

P-Aminobenzoic Acid (PABA, Vitamin Bx)

PABA, historically Vitamin Bx, used in sunscreen formulations and B-complex precursors. Unmixed form under HTS 2936.29.5050 as 'other' vitamin derivative.

Vitamin K3 (Menadione)

Menadione, synthetic Vitamin K3, serves as a provitamin converted to active Vitamin K in the body, used in supplements and animal feed. Classified under HTS 2936.29.5050 as an unmixed 'other' vitamin derivative primarily functioning as a vitamin source.

Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3)

While primarily under 2936.32, synthetic cholecalciferol intermediates or specific derivatives used as unmixed vitamin sources fall under 'other' vitamins in HTS 2936.29.5050 when not meeting exact D3 criteria.