2936.28.00.00 - Vitamin E (Tocopherols and related compounds with Vitamin E activity) and its derivatives

This HTS category, 2936.28.00.00, specifically classifies Vitamin E, encompassing tocopherols and related compounds that exhibit Vitamin E activity. It also includes any derivatives of these substances that are primarily used for their Vitamin E properties. This classification applies to both naturally occurring and synthetically reproduced forms of Vitamin E.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 2936.28.00.00 is exclusively dedicated to Vitamin E. For instance, sibling categories like 2936.21.00.00 cover Vitamin A, while 2936.22.00.00 pertains to Vitamin B1 (Thiamine), and so forth, each with their own distinct chemical structures and biological functions. This focus ensures accurate tariff application based on the specific vitamin being imported or exported.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories within 2936.28.00.00. Therefore, classification at this level is definitive for Vitamin E and its derivatives. Examples of products falling under this code include alpha-tocopherol, beta-tocopherol, gamma-tocopherol, delta-tocopherol, and their acetate or succinate derivatives, provided their primary use is as a vitamin. The classification hinges on the chemical identity and intended application of the substance.