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.

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.

2936Same rate: Free

If pure ergocalciferol (D2) or cholecalciferol meeting exact subheading specs

Specific vitamin D headings take precedence over 'other' per numerical order note.

3004.90Higher: 10% vs Free

If diluted to dosage strength in oil suspensions

Pharmaceutical preparations of vitamins classified in Chapter 30.

3824.99.39Higher: 35% vs Free

If stabilized with antioxidants beyond permitted levels

Excess stabilizers exclude from Chapter 29 per note (f).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit HPLC chromatograms proving single peak (unmixed) status

Distinguish from 2936.32 by providing synthesis pathway documentation

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