Biotin (Vitamin H/B7) from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• 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