Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
Ascorbic acid is a water-soluble vitamin C derivative used primarily as a nutritional supplement and antioxidant. It falls under HTS 2936.29.50 as a synthetic vitamin derivative, unmixed with other vitamins, distinct from vitamins A, B1-B12, C (sometimes separately listed), D, and E. This classification covers its use in pharmaceuticals, food fortification, and dietary supplements.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically listed as Vitamin C in some tariff schedules
Certain subheadings separate Vitamin C; check if jurisdiction has dedicated code vs 'other'.
If when formulated into finished dosage forms like tablets
Vitamin preparations in dosage form shift to Chapter 30 as medicaments, not bulk chemicals.
If mixed with carriers or excipients exceeding simple solvent/stabilizer allowances
Chemical preparations not qualifying as unmixed vitamins fall under prepared chemical mixtures.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity certificates (typically 99%+ for USP grade) to confirm classification as unmixed vitamin derivative, not mixtures
• Include FDA prior notice and nutritional labeling compliance for food/supplement imports to avoid detention
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Niacinamide (Vitamin B3/Nicotinamide)
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Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)
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