Vitamins; D- or DL-pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and its derivatives, unmixed

HS v2022 Code: 293624

About vitamins; d- or dl-pantothenic acid (vitamin b5) and its derivatives, unmixed

HS code 293624 covers the production and trade of vitamins, specifically D- or DL-pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and its derivatives. This vitamin is essential for various metabolic processes in the human body, making it a crucial component in the pharmaceutical, dietary supplement, and food industries. The global market for vitamin B5 has been steadily growing, driven by increasing health awareness and the rising demand for nutritional products.

Production process

The production of vitamin B5 and its derivatives typically involves chemical synthesis. This process starts with the extraction of the necessary raw materials, which are then subjected to a series of chemical reactions to produce the desired vitamin compounds. Manufacturers employ various purification and crystallization techniques to ensure the purity and quality of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 293624 products include chemical precursors, such as pantolactone, pantoic acid, and panthenol. Additionally, manufacturers may require specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and crystallization units, to facilitate the production process. Energy sources, such as electricity or steam, are also essential for powering the manufacturing facilities.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 293624 are vitamin B5 and its derivatives, which are used in a variety of applications. These products are commonly used in dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and fortified food and beverage items. The outputs of this industry may be consumed by 300410 Medicaments; containing vitamins or minerals, 210690 Food preparations; n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, and 293629 Vitamins; n.e.c. in heading no. 2936.

Revisions to 293624

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 293624. The most recent 1 version of this code (293624) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 293624.

Family tree for vitamins; d- or dl-pantothenic acid (vitamin b5) and its derivatives, unmixed

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2936'>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/v2022/293624'>293624: Vitamins; D- or DL-pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/293621'>293621: Vitamins; vitamins A and their derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/293622'>293622: Vitamins; vitamin B1 and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/293623'>293623: Vitamins; vitamin B2 and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/293625'>293625: Vitamins; vitamin B6 and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/293626'>293626: Vitamins; vitamin B12 and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/293627'>293627: Vitamins; vitamin C and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/293628'>293628: Vitamins; vitamin E and its derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/293629'>293629: Vitamins; n.e.c. in item no. 2936.2, and their derivatives, unmixed</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/293690'>293690: Vitamins; n.e.c. in heading no. 2936, including natural concentrates</a>"]

    

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