Beta-Cryptoxanthin Provitamin A from Canada
Beta-cryptoxanthin is a xanthophyll carotenoid functioning as provitamin A, convertible to retinol in vivo. This synthetic isolate classifies under HTS 2936.90.0110 as a provitamin derivative used primarily for vitamin A activity in nutritional products. It adheres to Chapter 29's chemical definition for provitamin compounds.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% 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
• Provide isomer-specific analysis (all-trans vs. cis) for accurate provitamin A activity declaration
• Cosmetic-grade requires additional safety data; distinguish from Chapter 33 fragrance uses
• Retail-packed forms risk Chapter 32 reclassification; import bulk with industrial documentation