Product classification
HS code for CoQ10: 2914.62
Quinones, coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN)).
Classification of coQ10 under HS 2914.62
Coenzyme Q10, also known as ubidecarenone, is classified under HS code 2914.62. This classification is governed by the rules of Chapter 29, which covers organic chemicals. Specifically, heading 2914 is reserved for ketones and quinones, whether or not with other oxygen function, and their derivatives. CoQ10 is chemically defined as a quinone, which is a class of organic compounds derived from aromatic compounds. Under the Harmonized System, separate chemically defined compounds are generally classified in Chapter 29, provided they meet specific purity standards and are not prepared as medicaments or food supplements. The subheading 2914.62 is a specific international designation for Coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN)). This precise classification ensures that the substance is treated as a chemical raw material rather than a finished retail product. Customs authorities use this code to monitor the trade of high-purity antioxidants used in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and nutraceutical industries. The chemical structure of CoQ10, featuring a benzoquinone ring and a long isoprenoid side chain, is the primary factor that mandates its placement within the quinone category of the organic chemistry chapter.
- Covers
- Pure Ubidecarenone powder
- Coenzyme Q10 USP grade
- Bulk CoQ10 for manufacturing use
- Crystalline Coenzyme Q10
- Ubidecarenone (INN) chemical reference standards
- 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. The most frequent misclassification for CoQ10 occurs when it is imported as a finished dietary supplement. In such cases, it is often incorrectly declared under 2914.62 when it should be under 2106.90 (food preparations not elsewhere specified) or 3004.50 (other vitamins and derivatives put up in measured doses). If the CoQ10 is blended with oils or other carriers and encapsulated for retail sale, it loses its status as a 'separate chemically defined compound' and must be moved out of Chapter 29. Another potential error is 2936.90, which covers vitamins, but since CoQ10 is technically a quinone and not a vitamin by strict chemical definition, 2914.62 remains the specific heading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 291462 (the code used for coQ10), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 291462 (the code used for coQ10) 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 coQ10.
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 coQ10
Brazil classifies coQ10 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 coQ10
What is the HS code for CoQ10?
The HS code for CoQ10 is 291462 (Quinones; coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN))). The specific HS code for pure Coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone) is 2914.62.
How do I classify CoQ10 for customs?
CoQ10 is classified under HS code 291462 — Quinones; coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN)). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can I use this code for CoQ10 capsules?
No, CoQ10 capsules intended for retail sale as supplements are typically classified under HS code 2106.90 or 3004.50, depending on local customs rulings.
Which countries are the top exporters of coQ10 (HS 291462)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 291462 (the code used for coQ10) 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 coQ10 (HS 291462)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 291462 (the code used for coQ10) 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 CoQ10 the same in all countries?
The base HS code 291462 for CoQ10 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 coQ10 in Brazil?
In Brazil, coQ10 (HS 291462) is classified under NCM 2914.62.00.