HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2936.24 – Vitamins; D- or DL-pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and its derivatives, unmixed
HS code 2936.24 is the 6-digit subheading for vitamins, D- or DL-pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and its derivatives, unmixed. It is used for calcium pantothenate, dexpanthenol, pantethine, sodium pantothenate and pantothenyl alcohol.
What HS 2936.24 covers
This HS code covers unmixed D- or DL-pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) and its derivatives, a water-soluble vitamin vital for metabolism and hormone synthesis. These compounds are widely traded as bulk ingredients for the nutraceutical, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and animal feed industries. Importers include manufacturers of dietary supplements, personal care product companies (for skin and hair care formulations), and animal feed producers. Exporters are typically specialized chemical and vitamin manufacturers. The trade is driven by the increasing demand for beauty-from-within supplements, high-quality cosmetic ingredients, and the global animal nutrition market. Key considerations for trade involve ensuring product stability, purity, and compliance with diverse regulatory requirements across different sectors, from food and drug to cosmetics and feed additives.
- Covers
- Calcium pantothenate
- Dexpanthenol
- Pantethine
- Sodium pantothenate
- Pantothenyl alcohol
- Examples
- DSM
- BASF
- Zhejiang Medicine Co.
- Ltd.
- Brother Enterprises
- Kyowa Hakko Bio
Codes often confused with 2936.24
Common mistake. This code can be confused with other unmixed B vitamins (e.g., 293625 for B6) or with vitamin preparations containing mixtures of B vitamins under 293690.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 293624, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 293624 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 China $144M 65% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $37M 17% of world exports
- 3 Singapore $8.5M 3.9% of world exports
World total: $221M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $45M 13% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $27M 8.0% of world imports
- 3 Germany $26M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $342M 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 codes for 2936.24 2
Brazil splits HS 2936.24 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2936.24.10 Calcium D-pantothenate (vitamin B5)D-Pantotenato de cálcio
- 2936.24.90 Other pantothenic acid (B5) and derivativesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.36 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2936.24
What is HS code 293624?
HS code 293624 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vitamins; D- or DL-pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and its derivatives, unmixed. This HS code covers unmixed D- or DL-pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) and its derivatives, a water-soluble vitamin vital for metabolism and hormone synthesis. These compounds are widely traded as bulk ingredients for the nutraceutical, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and animal feed industries. Importers include manufacturers of dietary supplements, personal care product companies (for skin and hair care formulations), and animal feed producers. Exporters are typically specialized chemical and vitamin manufacturers. The trade is driven by the increasing demand for beauty-from-within supplements, high-quality cosmetic ingredients, and the global animal nutrition market. Key considerations for trade involve ensuring product stability, purity, and compliance with diverse regulatory requirements across different sectors, from food and drug to cosmetics and feed additives.
What products fall under HS code 293624?
Calcium pantothenate, Dexpanthenol, Pantethine, Sodium pantothenate, Pantothenyl alcohol
What are common misclassifications for HS code 293624?
This code can be confused with other unmixed B vitamins (e.g., 293625 for B6) or with vitamin preparations containing mixtures of B vitamins under 293690.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 293624?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 293624 in UN Comtrade data were China ($144M, 65% of world exports), the Netherlands ($37M) and Singapore ($8.5M). World exports came to about $221M, 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 293624?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 293624 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($45M, 13% of world imports), the Netherlands ($27M) and Germany ($26M). World imports came to about $342M, 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 293624 structured?
HS code 293624 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (36) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (24) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 293624?
Brazil splits HS code 293624 into 2 NCM codes: 2936.24.10 (Calcium D-pantothenate (vitamin B5)), 2936.24.90 (Other pantothenic acid (B5) and derivatives). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.