Vitamins; vitamin C and its derivatives, unmixed

HS v2017 Code: 293627

About vitamins; vitamin c and its derivatives, unmixed

HS code 293627 covers the production and trade of vitamin C and its derivatives, which are essential nutrients for human health and well-being. Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including immune system support, collagen production, and antioxidant protection. The global vitamin C market is a significant component of the broader dietary supplements and nutraceuticals industry, which continues to experience steady growth driven by increasing consumer awareness of the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Production process

The primary production techniques for vitamin C and its derivatives involve chemical synthesis. The most common method is the oxidation of glucose or other carbohydrates, followed by a series of purification and crystallization steps to obtain the desired vitamin C compound. Manufacturers may also utilize fermentation processes using certain microorganisms to produce vitamin C, particularly for more specialized or niche applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of vitamin C and its derivatives include glucose or other carbohydrate feedstocks, as well as various chemical reagents and catalysts necessary for the synthesis and purification processes. Specialized production equipment, such as fermentation tanks, centrifuges, and crystallization units, are also essential for efficient and high-quality vitamin C manufacturing. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in chemical processing, quality control, and regulatory compliance.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 293627 are various forms of vitamin C, including ascorbic acid, sodium ascorbate, and calcium ascorbate, among others. These vitamin C compounds 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 330499 Cosmetic and toilet preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 3304, as well as in the production of other dietary supplements and nutraceuticals.

Revisions to 293627

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 293627. The most recent 1 version of this code (293627) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 293627 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for vitamins; vitamin c 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/v2017/293627'>293627: Vitamins; vitamin C 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/v2017/293625'>293625: Vitamins; vitamin B6 and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293626'>293626: Vitamins; vitamin B12 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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