Product classification
HS code for Coenzyme Q10: 2914.62
Quinones, coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN)).
Classification of coenzyme Q10 under HS 2914.62
Coenzyme Q10, also known as Ubidecarenone, is classified under HS code 2914.62. This classification is based on its chemical structure as a quinone. Chapter 29 of the Harmonized System covers organic chemicals, and heading 2914 specifically includes ketones and quinones. Within this heading, subheadings are organized by the specific chemical functional groups. Coenzyme Q10 is a fat-soluble, vitamin-like substance present in every cell of the body and is chemically defined as a 1,4-benzoquinone. Because it is a separate chemically defined compound, it must be classified in Chapter 29 rather than as a food preparation or a medicament, provided it does not contain additives that change its character from a basic chemical. This follows the General Interpretative Rules and the specific Chapter 29 notes which prioritize pure chemical classification for substances with a known molecular structure. The purity of the substance is a key factor; if the Coenzyme Q10 is mixed with stabilizers or carriers for transport, it may still remain in 2914.62, but if it is formulated into a final supplement, the classification changes. The WCO Explanatory Notes for 2914 confirm that quinones are diketones derived from benzene or naphthalene, which accurately describes the molecular backbone of Ubidecarenone.
- Covers
- Pure Coenzyme Q10 (Ubidecarenone)
- Ubidecarenone (INN)
- CoQ10 bulk powder (chemically pure)
- Crystalline Coenzyme Q10
- Coenzyme Q10 with added stabilizers for preservation
- Also under 2914.62
- Qunol CoQ10
- Nature's Bounty CoQ10
- Doctor's Best High Absorption CoQ10
- NOW Foods CoQ10
Codes often confused with 2914.62
Common mistake. Coenzyme Q10 is very frequently misclassified under HS code 2106.90, which covers food preparations not elsewhere specified. This usually happens when the CoQ10 is put up in measured doses (like capsules) or mixed with other nutrients as a dietary supplement. If it is in dosage form, it may also be confused with HS code 3004.50 (other vitamins and derivatives). However, in its bulk, pure chemical form, 2914.62 is the mandatory code. Another error is HS code 2936.90 for vitamins, but CoQ10 is technically a quinone derivative, not a vitamin by strict chemical definition in the HS nomenclature. Importers must distinguish between the raw chemical and the finished retail product.
Top exporters and importers of HS 291462 (the code used for coenzyme Q10), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 291462 (the code used for coenzyme Q10) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 73% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 35% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 291462, not only coenzyme Q10.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $230M 73% of world exports
- 2 Japan $36M 12% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $15M 4.8% of world exports
World total: $315M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $97M 35% of world imports
- 2 Australia $22M 8.1% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $18M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $275M 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 coenzyme Q10
Brazil classifies coenzyme Q10 under NCM 2914.62.00: HS 2914.62 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about coenzyme Q10
What is the HS code for Coenzyme Q10?
The HS code for Coenzyme Q10 is 291462 (Quinones; coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN))). The HS code for pure Coenzyme Q10 (Ubidecarenone) is 2914.62.
How do I classify Coenzyme Q10 for customs?
Coenzyme Q10 is classified under HS code 291462 — Quinones; coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN)). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is CoQ10 classified as a vitamin in customs?
No, for customs purposes, pure CoQ10 is classified as a quinone under 2914.62, not as a vitamin under 2936, because of its specific chemical structure.
Which countries are the top exporters of coenzyme Q10 (HS 291462)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 291462 (the code used for coenzyme Q10) in UN Comtrade data were China ($230M, 73% of world exports), Japan ($36M) and the Netherlands ($15M). World exports came to about $315M, 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 coenzyme Q10 (HS 291462)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 291462 (the code used for coenzyme Q10) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($97M, 35% of world imports), Australia ($22M) and South Korea ($18M). World imports came to about $275M, 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.
Is the HS code for Coenzyme Q10 the same in all countries?
The base HS code 291462 for Coenzyme Q10 is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for coenzyme Q10 in Brazil?
In Brazil, coenzyme Q10 (HS 291462) is classified under NCM 2914.62.00.