Vitamins; vitamin B2 and its derivatives, unmixed

HS v2017 Code: 293623

About vitamins; vitamin b2 and its derivatives, unmixed

HS code 293623 covers the production and trade of vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, and its derivatives. Vitamin B2 is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in human health, supporting energy metabolism, growth, and development. This industry is a vital component of the broader pharmaceutical and nutritional supplements sector, contributing to the overall well-being of populations worldwide.

Production process

Vitamin B2 and its derivatives are typically produced through fermentation processes, where microorganisms such as yeast or bacteria are cultivated to produce the desired compounds. The fermentation process is carefully controlled to optimize yield and purity. After the fermentation stage, the vitamin B2 is extracted, purified, and formulated into various products, such as tablets, capsules, or powders, for distribution and consumption.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of vitamin B2 and its derivatives include fermentation substrates, such as glucose or other carbohydrates, as well as specialized equipment and facilities for the fermentation, extraction, and purification processes. Additionally, this industry relies on skilled personnel, including microbiologists, chemical engineers, and quality control specialists, to ensure the efficient and safe production of these essential nutrients.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are vitamin B2 and its various derivatives, which are then used as ingredients in a wide range of products, including 300410 Medicaments; containing vitamins or minerals, 210690 Food preparations; n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, and 293690 Vitamins, provitamins and intermixtures. These vitamins and supplements are essential for maintaining human health and are in high demand across the global market.

Revisions to 293623

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 293623. The most recent 1 version of this code (293623) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 293623 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for vitamins; vitamin b2 and its derivatives, unmixed

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2936'>2936: Provitamins, vitamins; natural or reproduced by synthesis (including natural concentrates) derivatives thereof used as vitamins, and intermixtures of the fore-going, whether or not in any solvent</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293623'>293623: Vitamins; vitamin B2 and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293621'>293621: Vitamins; vitamins A and their derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293622'>293622: Vitamins; vitamin B1 and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293624'>293624: Vitamins; D- or DL-pantothenic acid (vitamin B3 or vitamin B5) and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293625'>293625: Vitamins; vitamin B6 and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293626'>293626: Vitamins; vitamin B12 and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293627'>293627: Vitamins; vitamin C and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293628'>293628: Vitamins; vitamin E and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293629'>293629: Vitamins; n.e.c. in item no. 2936.2, and their derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293690'>293690: Vitamins; n.e.c. in heading no. 2936, including natural concentrates</a>"]

    

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