HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2938.10 – Glycosides; rutoside (rutin) and its derivatives
HS code 2938.10 is the 6-digit subheading for glycosides, rutoside (rutin) and its derivatives. It is used for rutin trihydrate, hydroxyethylrutosides, troxerutin, diosmin-hesperidin complex and quercetin-3-rutinoside.
What HS 2938.10 covers
This specific HS code covers rutoside, commonly known as rutin, and its various derivatives. Rutin is a bioflavonoid glycoside found in many plants, particularly buckwheat, citrus fruits, and asparagus. It's widely recognized for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasoprotective properties, making it a valuable ingredient in pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, and cosmetics. International trade in rutin primarily involves its extraction from natural sources or its synthetic production for use as an active ingredient. Key players in this market include specialized chemical manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and nutraceutical producers. Importers are often located in countries with large supplement markets or pharmaceutical industries, while exporters might be found where raw materials are abundant or advanced chemical synthesis capabilities exist. Understanding the purity levels and specific derivative forms is crucial for trade, as these impact its application and regulatory classification.
- Covers
- Rutin trihydrate
- Hydroxyethylrutosides
- Troxerutin
- Diosmin-hesperidin complex
- Quercetin-3-rutinoside
- Isoquercitrin
- Examples
- Venoruton (Novartis)
- Daflon (Servier)
- Rutin NF11 (Sigma-Aldrich)
- Troxerutin powder (various suppliers)
- Diosmin-Hesperidin (various brands)
Codes often confused with 2938.10
Common mistake. This code is distinct from other glycosides in 293890, specifically focusing on rutin and its derivatives; confusion might arise if other flavonoid glycosides are mistakenly grouped here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 293810, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 293810 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 21% 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 Spain $49M 34% of world exports
- 2 China $34M 23% of world exports
- 3 Hungary $22M 15% of world exports
World total: $146M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $31M 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $18M 12% of world imports
- 3 Poland $12M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $152M 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 2938.10
Brazil does not split HS 2938.10: its NCM code is 2938.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.38 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2938.10
What is HS code 293810?
HS code 293810 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Glycosides; rutoside (rutin) and its derivatives. This specific HS code covers rutoside, commonly known as rutin, and its various derivatives. Rutin is a bioflavonoid glycoside found in many plants, particularly buckwheat, citrus fruits, and asparagus. It's widely recognized for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasoprotective properties, making it a valuable ingredient in pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, and cosmetics. International trade in rutin primarily involves its extraction from natural sources or its synthetic production for use as an active ingredient. Key players in this market include specialized chemical manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and nutraceutical producers. Importers are often located in countries with large supplement markets or pharmaceutical industries, while exporters might be found where raw materials are abundant or advanced chemical synthesis capabilities exist. Understanding the purity levels and specific derivative forms is crucial for trade, as these impact its application and regulatory classification.
What products fall under HS code 293810?
Rutin trihydrate, Hydroxyethylrutosides, Troxerutin, Diosmin-hesperidin complex, Quercetin-3-rutinoside, Isoquercitrin
What are common misclassifications for HS code 293810?
This code is distinct from other glycosides in 293890, specifically focusing on rutin and its derivatives; confusion might arise if other flavonoid glycosides are mistakenly grouped here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 293810?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 293810 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($49M, 34% of world exports), China ($34M) and Hungary ($22M). World exports came to about $146M, 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 293810?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 293810 in UN Comtrade data were France ($31M, 21% of world imports), Germany ($18M) and Poland ($12M). World imports came to about $152M, 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 293810 structured?
HS code 293810 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (38) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 293810?
In Brazil, HS code 293810 is NCM 2938.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.