HS Code for Vitamin B2

Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, is classified under HS code 2936.23. This classification is based on its status as a pure vitamin derivative within the organic chemicals chapter of the Harmonized System. Riboflavin is a yellow-orange compound used both as a nutrient and occasionally as a food colorant. However, its primary classification remains under 2936.23 when it is traded as a pure substance or a derivative like riboflavin-5'-phosphate. The HS code 2936.23 is specific to Vitamin B2 and its derivatives, unmixed. If the riboflavin is mixed with other vitamins or minerals, or if it is prepared as a food supplement, the classification would shift to other headings. The technical purity and the absence of other active ingredients are the primary factors that keep this product within the 2936.23 designation. This code covers both the natural form and the synthetic version of the vitamin. Because riboflavin is sensitive to light and heat, it is often traded in stabilized forms, which are still permitted under this code as long as the stabilization is for preservation or transport only.

Products Included

• Riboflavin (Lactoflavin)
• Riboflavin-5'-phosphate
• Riboflavin butyrate
• Sodium riboflavin phosphate
• Pure riboflavin powder

Common Misclassification

Vitamin B2 is frequently misclassified under HS code 3203.00, which covers coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin. Because riboflavin is used as a yellow dye (E101), this confusion is common. However, Chapter 29 Note 1 and the specific vitamin heading 2936 take precedence over the general coloring matter heading. It is also misclassified under 2106.90 when sold as a supplement.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Vitamin B2?

The HS code for Vitamin B2 and its derivatives is 2936.23.

Is riboflavin-5'-phosphate classified here?

Yes, riboflavin-5'-phosphate is a derivative of Vitamin B2 and is correctly classified under HS code 2936.23.