What is included in HS-4 2936?

HS-4 2936 includes provitamins, vitamins, and their derivatives, whether natural or synthesized, as well as intermixtures of these.

How do I choose between the HS-6 subheadings?

Select the HS-6 subheading based on the specific vitamin and its form. For example, use 293621 for unmixed vitamin A and 293627 for unmixed vitamin C.

What if my vitamin is not specifically listed?

If your vitamin does not fit into the specific subheadings, check HS-6 293629 for vitamins not elsewhere classified.

Can I import vitamin concentrates under HS-4 2936?

Yes, natural concentrates of vitamins can be imported under HS-6 293690, which covers various forms of vitamins.

Are there special regulations for importing vitamins?

Yes, importing vitamins may require compliance with health regulations and labeling requirements specific to your country.

HS-4 2936: Provitamins, vitamins; natural or reproduced by synthesis (including natural concentrates) derivatives thereof used as vitamins, and intermixtures of the fore-going, whether or not in any solvent

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 2936 when importing vitamins like vitamin C or vitamin E, whether they are natural or synthesized. For example, if you're bringing in a bulk shipment of vitamin A in powder form, this heading applies.

When deciding between subheadings, consider the specific vitamin involved. For instance, HS-6 293621 is for unmixed vitamin A, while HS-6 293627 covers unmixed vitamin C. Ensure your product matches the description closely to avoid misclassification.

If your product includes a vitamin not specifically listed, such as a less common derivative, check HS-6 293629 for vitamins not elsewhere classified. For natural concentrates, use HS-6 293690, which encompasses various forms of vitamins and their derivatives.

Understanding the distinctions between unmixed vitamins and their derivatives is crucial. For example, HS-6 293622 is for unmixed vitamin B1, while HS-6 293624 is for D- or DL-pantothenic acid. Ensure you select the correct line based on the exact vitamin and its form.

Keywords & topics

Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.

HS-4 2936 · vitamins classification · importing vitamins · vitamin derivatives · natural vitamins · synthesized vitamins · unmixed vitamins · vitamin concentrates · vitamin B1 · vitamin C · vitamin E · vitamin A · vitamin B12 · vitamin B6 · vitamin D5 · vitamin B2

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Bulk shipment of vitamin A powder
Unmixed vitamin B2 in tablet form
Vitamin C as a natural concentrate
Synthetic vitamin E in liquid form
Unmixed vitamin B12 for dietary supplements
D- or DL-pantothenic acid for health products
Vitamin B6 in capsule form

Common questions

Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.

How to classify vitamins for import?

Write down material, use, and product form first, then compare nearby lines before you lock the code.