Product classification
HS code for Rutin: 2938.10
Glycosides, rutoside (rutin) and its derivatives.
Classification of rutin under HS 2938.10
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.
- Covers
- Pure rutin (rutoside) powder
- Rutin hydrate
- Rutoside derivatives (chemically defined)
- Salts and esters of rutin
- Purified rutin extracted from Sophora japonica
- Also under 2938.10
- Venoruton (Novartis)
- Daflon (Servier)
- Rutin NF11 (Sigma-Aldrich)
- Troxerutin powder (various suppliers)
- Diosmin-Hesperidin (various brands)
Codes often confused with 2938.10
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS 293810 (the code used for rutin), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 293810 (the code used for rutin) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 293810, not only rutin.
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 rutin
Brazil classifies rutin under NCM 2938.10.00: HS 2938.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about rutin
What is the HS code for Rutin?
The HS code for Rutin is 293810 (Glycosides; rutoside (rutin) and its derivatives). The HS code for rutoside (rutin) and its derivatives is 2938.10.
How do I classify Rutin for customs?
Rutin is classified under HS code 293810 — Glycosides; rutoside (rutin) and its derivatives. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
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.\"
Which countries are the top exporters of rutin (HS 293810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 293810 (the code used for rutin) 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 rutin (HS 293810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 293810 (the code used for rutin) 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.
Is the HS code for Rutin the same in all countries?
The base HS code 293810 for Rutin 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 rutin in Brazil?
In Brazil, rutin (HS 293810) is classified under NCM 2938.10.00.