HS Code for Rutin

Rutin, also known as rutoside, is classified under HS code 2938.10. This code falls within Chapter 29, which covers organic chemicals, and specifically heading 2938, which is dedicated to glycosides, natural or reproduced by synthesis, and their salts, ethers, esters, and other derivatives. Rutin is a bioflavonoid glycoside found in various plants, such as the buckwheat plant and the Japanese pagoda tree (Sophora japonica). For classification under 2938.10, the product must be a separate chemically defined compound. This means it must be purified to a high degree. Rutin is widely used in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries for its antioxidant properties and its ability to strengthen capillaries. The classification is strictly based on its chemical structure as a glycoside. If the rutin is presented as part of a complex mixture or a crude plant extract, the classification may change to Chapter 13 or Chapter 30.

Products Included

• Pure rutin (rutoside) powder
• Rutin hydrate
• Rutoside derivatives (chemically defined)
• Salts and esters of rutin
• Purified rutin extracted from Sophora japonica

Common Misclassification

Rutin is often misclassified under 2936, which covers provitamins and vitamins. While rutin is sometimes referred to as \"Vitamin P,\" it is not a true vitamin by scientific or HS standards and must remain in 2938. It is also confused with 1302.19, which covers other vegetable extracts. If the product is a crude extract rather than a purified chemical, 1302 is correct. Furthermore, if the rutin is put up in measured doses for therapeutic use, it would be classified under 3004 as a medicament rather than a bulk chemical.

FAQ

What is the HS code for rutin?

The HS code for rutoside (rutin) and its derivatives is 2938.10.

Is rutin classified as a vitamin in the HS system?

No, rutin is classified as a glycoside under heading 2938, not as a vitamin under heading 2936, despite its common name \"Vitamin P.\"