HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2905.43 – Alcohols; polyhydric, mannitol
HS code 2905.43 is the 6-digit subheading for alcohols, polyhydric, mannitol. It is used for mannitol powder, granulated mannitol, mannitol solution for injection, mannitol chewable tablets and mannitol excipient.
What HS 2905.43 covers
Mannitol is a sugar alcohol (polyhydric alcohol) widely traded internationally, primarily recognized for its sweet taste, low caloric value, and osmotic diuretic properties. Its global trade is driven by demand from the pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries. Pharmaceutical companies import mannitol for use as an excipient in tablets, a diluent, and an osmotic agent, while food manufacturers use it as a sugar substitute and anti-caking agent. Key exporters include specialized chemical and pharmaceutical ingredient suppliers, with importers being pharmaceutical giants and food processing companies worldwide. Key considerations for traders involve understanding its different grades (e.g., pharmaceutical grade, food grade) and compliance with various pharmacopoeias (USP, EP, JP) and food safety regulations. Supply chain stability and purity standards are paramount, as even minor impurities can affect its efficacy and safety in sensitive applications.
- Covers
- Mannitol powder
- Granulated mannitol
- Mannitol solution for injection
- Mannitol chewable tablets
- Mannitol excipient
- Examples
- Roquette Mannitol
- Cargill Mannitol
- SPI Pharma Mannitol
- Merck KGaA Mannitol
Codes often confused with 2905.43
Common mistake. Mannitol can be confused with other sugar alcohols like sorbitol (290544) due to similar applications and chemical class. Distinguishing features are their specific stereochemistry and slightly different functional properties, making precise identification crucial to avoid misclassification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 290543, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 290543 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $147M 43% of world exports
- 2 China $86M 25% of world exports
- 3 United States $27M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $339M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $53M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $39M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Japan $29M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $398M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 2905.43
Brazil does not split HS 2905.43: its NCM code is 2905.43.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Questions about HS 2905.43
What is HS code 290543?
HS code 290543 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Alcohols; polyhydric, mannitol. Mannitol is a sugar alcohol (polyhydric alcohol) widely traded internationally, primarily recognized for its sweet taste, low caloric value, and osmotic diuretic properties. Its global trade is driven by demand from the pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries. Pharmaceutical companies import mannitol for use as an excipient in tablets, a diluent, and an osmotic agent, while food manufacturers use it as a sugar substitute and anti-caking agent. Key exporters include specialized chemical and pharmaceutical ingredient suppliers, with importers being pharmaceutical giants and food processing companies worldwide. Key considerations for traders involve understanding its different grades (e.g., pharmaceutical grade, food grade) and compliance with various pharmacopoeias (USP, EP, JP) and food safety regulations. Supply chain stability and purity standards are paramount, as even minor impurities can affect its efficacy and safety in sensitive applications.
What products fall under HS code 290543?
Mannitol powder, Granulated mannitol, Mannitol solution for injection, Mannitol chewable tablets, Mannitol excipient
What are common misclassifications for HS code 290543?
Mannitol can be confused with other sugar alcohols like sorbitol (290544) due to similar applications and chemical class. Distinguishing features are their specific stereochemistry and slightly different functional properties, making precise identification crucial to avoid misclassification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 290543?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 290543 in UN Comtrade data were France ($147M, 43% of world exports), China ($86M) and the United States ($27M). World exports came to about $339M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 290543?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 290543 in UN Comtrade data were India ($53M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($39M) and Japan ($29M). World imports came to about $398M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 290543 structured?
HS code 290543 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (43) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 290543?
In Brazil, HS code 290543 is NCM 2905.43.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.