Vitamins; vitamin B6 and its derivatives, unmixed

HS v2017 Code: 293625

About vitamins; vitamin b6 and its derivatives, unmixed

HS code 293625 covers the import and export of vitamin B6 and its derivatives, which are essential nutrients for human health. Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, plays a crucial role in various metabolic processes, including protein, fat, and carbohydrate metabolism, as well as the production of red blood cells and neurotransmitters. This industry is of significant importance within the broader pharmaceutical and nutritional supplement sectors, as vitamin B6 is widely used in dietary supplements, fortified foods, and pharmaceutical preparations.

Production process

The production of vitamin B6 and its derivatives typically involves chemical synthesis or extraction from natural sources. Synthetic vitamin B6 is commonly produced through a multi-step process that starts with the reaction of pyridine with acetone, followed by a series of chemical transformations to yield the desired vitamin B6 compound. Alternatively, vitamin B6 can be extracted from plant sources, such as rice bran or certain vegetables, through a process of fermentation and purification.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of vitamin B6 and its derivatives include raw materials such as pyridine, acetone, and other chemical precursors. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized production equipment, including reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems. Skilled labor, including chemists and process engineers, is also a critical input for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 293625 are various forms of vitamin B6, including pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoxamine, as well as their derivatives. These vitamin B6 compounds are then used as ingredients in a wide range of products, such as 300410 Medicaments; containing vitamins or minerals, 210690 Food preparations; n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, and 293624 Vitamins; vitamin B12 and its derivatives, unmixed.

Revisions to 293625

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 293625. The most recent 1 version of this code (293625) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 293625 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for vitamins; vitamin b6 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/v2017/293625'>293625: Vitamins; vitamin B6 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/v2017/293623'>293623: Vitamins; vitamin B2 and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293624'>293624: Vitamins; D- or DL-pantothenic acid (vitamin B3 or vitamin B5) 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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