HS Code for Tocopherol

Tocopherol, commonly known as Vitamin E, is classified under HS code 2936.28. This code falls within Chapter 29, which covers organic chemicals. Specifically, heading 2936 is dedicated to provitamins and vitamins, natural or reproduced by synthesis, and their derivatives used primarily as vitamins. Tocopherol and its derivatives, such as tocopheryl acetate or tocopheryl succinate, are included here provided they are unmixed. The classification requires the product to be a separate chemically defined compound or a mixture of isomers of the same compound. If the tocopherol is mixed with other vitamins or minerals, or put up in measured doses for therapeutic use, the classification would shift to Chapter 30. This code is critical for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries to ensure that pure chemical vitamins are distinguished from prepared supplements or food additives.

Products Included

• Alpha-tocopherol (pure)
• Tocopheryl acetate
• Tocopheryl succinate
• Mixed tocopherols (unmixed with other substances)
• Synthetic Vitamin E

Common Misclassification

Tocopherol is frequently misclassified under 3004.50, which covers medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic uses, put up in measured doses. If the Vitamin E is in a capsule for retail sale, it belongs in 3004. Another error is 1515, where natural oils containing tocopherol are placed; 2936.28 is only for the isolated chemical.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Tocopherol?

The HS code for pure tocopherol and its derivatives (Vitamin E) is 2936.28.

Is tocopheryl acetate classified here?

Yes, tocopheryl acetate is considered a derivative of Vitamin E and is classified under 2936.28.