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Ethyl esters obtained from fish oil

Pale yellow liquid product composed of 93% ethyl esters of fatty acids and 7% oligomers and partial glycerides, resulting from the treatment (refining, hydrolysis, ethyl esterification, fractionation) of fish oils (anchovy, sardine, mackerel). The triglycerides are fully converted into ethyl esters. Intended for industrial food processing, animal feed, or pharmaceutical sector, this intermediate product is packaged under protective atmosphere in 190 kg drums. It falls under the category of industrial preparations based on fatty acids, subject to regulations on raw materials and/or additives, as well as traceability requirements for marine origin and health safety.

Sep 24, 2019

Bulk product in the form of fine beige granules containing white particles, composed notably of methionine, cystine, B vitamins (calcium pantothenate, thiamine, pyridoxine, para-aminobenzoic acid), plant extracts (millet, wheat germ), yeast, as well as iron, zinc, and copper complexes, with excipients.

Customs classification of this product, intended for human consumption as a dietary supplement, must be based on its essential character and composition. The product is a bulk form of fine beige granules containing white particles, composed notably of amino acids (methionine, cystine), vitamins (B group), plant extracts, yeast, and mineral complexes, with excipients. It is designed to be homogenized and then encapsulated, and marketed as a dietary supplement claiming to combat hair loss, improve skin, and strengthen nails. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (RGI), the product's essential character is determined by its main functional component, which appears to be the amino acids and vitamins. The product is a food supplement falling under the scope of Regulation (EC) No 1925/2006 on the addition of vitamins and minerals and other substances to foods, and must comply with safety requirements for substances, excipients, and traceability. The classification should be made under the appropriate heading of the Combined Nomenclature (CN), considering the product's nature, composition, and intended use, with reference to the relevant legal provisions, including Regulation 2019/922.

Jun 3, 2019

S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAMe) tablets

Product in the form of tablets containing 400 mg of S-adenosyl-L-methionine disulfate p-toluenesulfonate (SAMe) as the active substance, accompanied by excipients (microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium hydroxide, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, anhydrous colloidal silica, calcium oxide, coating). Intended for use as a dietary supplement to support liver function, detoxification, and emotional health, with a recommended dose of one tablet per day and supplied in bulk. Falls under the regulation on dietary supplements (Directive 2002/46/EC), with requirements for labeling, traceability, active substance safety, and health claims.

Jun 3, 2019

Tablets containing steviol glycosides, sodium carbonate, sodium citrate, and leucine, packaged for retail sale.

This product is presented in the form of white tablets (56 mg per unit) based on steviol glycosides (a plant-derived sweetener), sodium carbonate, sodium citrate, and leucine, packaged in a pocket dispenser of 200 units for retail sale. Intended to be used as a very low-calorie table sweetener (0.06 kcal per tablet), it generally falls under food preparations without medicinal characteristics (heading 2106), and is subject to regulations concerning food additives, labeling, and food safety.

Feb 14, 2017

Protein isolate-based preparation

This is a powdered product packaged for retail sale (plastic jar of 1.8 kg), mainly composed of hydrolyzed whey protein isolate (90% protein), supplemented with soy lecithin (emulsifier), natural banana flavor, E 104 coloring, and sucralose sweetener. It is intended to be mixed with water or milk to prepare a protein drink. This item falls under protein-based dairy food preparations, typically used as a protein supplement for sports or dietary nutrition. It is subject to food regulation and, where applicable, dietary supplement regulation, with compliance to labeling, additive, and safety requirements according to EU regulations.

Jun 8, 2016

Dietary supplement in powder form, packaged for retail sale (plastic container of 300 g), formulated as a dietary supplement intended for human consumption, mainly composed of a mixture of amino acids (arginine, citrulline), vitamin C, L-taurine, vitamin E, alpha-lipoic acid, folic acid, lemon balm extracts, calcium, with additives (citric acid, sucralose, silicon dioxide). The recommended daily dose is 10 g, aimed at general well-being. This product falls under dietary supplements, subject to European regulations on food safety, composition, and labeling, including REACH compliance for chemical substances and the prohibition of novel food if ingredients are of traditional use.

The product is classified as a dietary supplement in powder form, packaged for retail sale in a 300 g plastic container. It is formulated for human consumption, primarily consisting of amino acids (arginine, citrulline), vitamins (C, E, folic acid), L-taurine, alpha-lipoic acid, lemon balm extracts, calcium, and includes additives such as citric acid, sucralose, and silicon dioxide. The recommended daily intake is 10 g, targeting general well-being. As a dietary supplement, it is regulated under the European Union legislation concerning food safety, composition, and labeling, including compliance with REACH for chemical substances and restrictions on novel foods if ingredients are traditionally used. The classification considers the product's nature, intended use, composition, and regulatory framework.

Oct 5, 2015

Dietary supplement in colorless capsules containing a yellowish powder composed of glucosamine hydrochloride (300 mg per capsule), chondroitin sulfate, methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), and small quantities of vitamin C (ascorbic acid esters).

Customs classification of this product, intended for human consumption as a dietary supplement with a recommended daily dose of three capsules, falls under nutritional preparations for joint health. It is presented in transparent capsules (approximately sixty per plastic bottle). The product is subject to European regulations on dietary supplements (safety, composition, labeling), with no 'novel food' status if traditional use is established, and REACH compliance limited to packaging. The classification considers the product's composition, presentation, and intended use, in accordance with the Combined Nomenclature (CN) rules, the Union Customs Code (UCC), Regulation 764/2014, and the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI).

Jul 11, 2014

Dietary supplement in tablet form

The product is a dietary supplement in the form of tablets, packaged in a plastic container of 30 units, each tablet mainly containing bromelain (500 mg) along with common excipients (cellulose, calcium phosphate, silica, magnesium stearate). Intended for human consumption, it is designed to supplement the diet without any specific therapeutic claim. The product is subject to European food regulation on dietary supplements (safety, labeling, prior notification).

Feb 28, 2014

Calcium carbonate preparation

Product presented in powder form, composed of 97% calcium carbonate and 3% starch, with versatile applications: it can serve as an additive or excipient in the food and pharmaceutical sectors (notably for the manufacture of calcium tablets) or as a filler material in paints. The formulation is suitable for applications requiring the purity of calcium carbonate and the binding function of starch, subject to compliance with specific standards according to the field of use.

Apr 8, 2013

Chitosan

Product called "chitosan", presented in gelatin capsules ready for retail sale, intended for human consumption as a dietary supplement. Chitosan is an amino-polysaccharide extracted from crustacean shells, used for its nutritional or physiological properties in weight management or cholesterol control. Main use: nutritional supplement. Regulatory specifics: subject to regulations on dietary supplements (labeling, safety, allergen declaration related to crustaceans), and potentially to REACH regulation concerning capsule constituent materials.

Aug 14, 2012

Nutrient-rich preparation to be diluted

A dark reddish-brown liquid product, packaged in a 500 ml bottle, mainly composed of water (45.9%), fructose (33.3%), oligofructose (7.6%), apple, blackcurrant, mate juice concentrates, plant oligopeptides, citric acid, nutritional yeast, L-carnitine, and preservative (potassium sorbate). With a high density (1.1812 g/cm³, 40° Brix), it is an enriched nutrient beverage intended as a dietary supplement, to be consumed diluted according to instructions. Main use: nutritional supplement via beverage, intended to be integrated into the diet. Regulatory specifics: subject to regulations on dietary supplements (composition, labeling, allergens, advertising), food safety requirements (additives, substance content control, absence of unjustified medical claims).

Sep 2, 2011

Calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 dietary supplement tablets

This product is a tablet weighing 1,772 mg, packaged for retail sale, mainly composed of calcium carbonate (88.9%) and containing vitamin D3 (7 μg/284 IU per tablet), combined with minor excipients (starch, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, crospovidone, maltodextrin, mineral oils). Intended for daily oral administration (one tablet/day), it is formulated for the prevention of osteoporosis and bone strengthening, acting as a dietary supplement of calcium and vitamin D3. It must comply with food legislation, particularly regulations applicable to dietary supplements containing vitamins and minerals. Its classification falls under the scope of foodstuffs, not medicinal products.

Apr 30, 2010

Powder composed of 97% L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and 3% hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, the latter not added for preservation or transport purposes but to facilitate the manufacturing of vitamin tablets.

This product is a powder consisting of 97% L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and 3% hydroxypropylmethylcellulose. The hydroxypropylmethylcellulose is not added for preservation or transport but to facilitate the production of vitamin tablets. It is intended for specific use in the pharmaceutical or dietary supplement industry for the production of tablets. It falls under the classification of preparations based on vitamin C for specific technical or industrial uses and must comply with regulations on additives (REACH), as well as safety standards applicable to ingredients of dietary supplements.

Apr 24, 2009

Preparation in capsule form

The product is a preparation presented in gelatin capsules containing mainly coenzyme Q10 (30 mg per capsule) accompanied by vegetable oils (soy, coconut, palm), beeswax, and soy lecithin serving as supporting or filling agents. Packaged for retail sale, this product is intended as a dietary supplement, emphasizing antioxidant effects and potential auxiliary use in cardiovascular diseases. In the absence of specific therapeutic claims or classification as a medicinal product by a competent authority, it resembles a food supplement, falling under heading 2106 (miscellaneous food preparations, including nutrient-based supplements). However, if therapeutic actions are claimed or if a pharmaceutical authorization is obtained, the classification could shift to chapter 30 (medicinal products), subject to national and European legislation on health products. The product must also comply with regulations on dietary supplement labeling and safety (EU Regulations 1169/2011 and 1924/2006).

Apr 20, 2007

Nonwoven sheet, measuring approximately 0,60 × 0,96 m and coated on one side with a mixture of aromatic herbs (rosemary 30 %, oregano 15 %, sage 15 %, basil 20 %, thyme 20 %). The sheet is for placing into the cooking dish prior to the preparation of paté or ham, etc., for cooking. The preparation takes on the flavours of the aromatic herbs, during cooking. The nonwoven sheet does not serve as the final wrapping of the cooked preparation

Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature, Note 1 to Chapter 9, Note 1 (a) to Chapter 56 and by the wording of CN codes 2106, 2106 90, 2106 90 92 The product cannot be classified as a non- woven fabric of Chapter 56 because the non- woven sheet is present merely as a carrying medium (Note 1 (a) to Chapter 56) The mixture of aromatic herbs consists of parts of plants of heading 0910 (thyme, 20 %) and heading 1211 (other plants, 80 %) Such mixtures are not covered by heading 0910 and heading 1211 (Note 1 to Chapter 9 and HSEN to heading 1211, paragraph 7) Being a simple mixture of aromatic herbs without any additional ingredient, it is not considered to be mixed condiments or mixed seasonings of heading 2103 It is classified in heading 2106 as indicated by HSEN to heading 1211, paragraph 7 Documented CN 2026 code: 21069092.

Jul 15, 2005

Item 2: Diuretic tea-bags, put up for retail sale. The label gives the following information: Each bag of 1,8 g contains the medicinal ingredients: 0,47 g of horsetail, 0,45 g of birch leaves, 0,38 g of golden rod, and 0,20 g of spiny restharrow root, as well as the other ingredients: rose-hip husks, cornflower leaves, peppermint leaves, marigold blossom and liquorice root; Dosage and mode of application: pour approximately 150 ml of boiling water over a tea bag in a cup; cover and leave to brew

Classification in accordance with General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature, Additional Note 1 to Chapter 30, the description for CN codes 2106, 2106 90 and 2106 90 92. See also the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 2106, paragraph 14 and the Combined Nomenclature Explanatory Notes to Chapter 30. Neither the user directions nor packaging contain any details of the type and concentration of the active substance(s). They mention only the amount and type of plants or parts of plants used. The conditions of Additional Note 1(b) to Chapter 30 are not therefore met. Classification is determined by the General Documented CN 2026 code: 21069092.

Apr 26, 2005

Item 1: Liquid product consisting of lemon juice, added citric acid (7,6 % by total weight) and preservatives, put up for retail sale in a plastic bottle (e.g., 100 ml) with a nozzle. The nozzle holds lemon essential oils. The product is used to impart a tart taste to foods or beverages.

Classification is determined by the provisions of General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 2106, 2106 90 and 2106 90 92. The product cannot be classified under heading 2009 since, due to the addition of citric acid, it has lost its original character of a fruit juice (see the Harmonised System Explanatory Note to heading 2009, Item (4)). Taking into account its composition, it cannot be considered as a mixed condiment or a mixed seasoning of heading 2103 (see the Harmonised System Explanatory Note to heading 2103) Documented CN 2026 code: 21069092.

Jul 29, 2002

Item 5: Tablets weighing 550 mg, containing 200 mg calcium ascorbate (salt of vitamin C), 342 mg excipient consisting of dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, cross-linked sodium carboxymethylcellulose and stearic acid, and 8 mg magnesium stearate as an anti- caking agent

Classification is determined by General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 2106, 2106 90 and 2106 90 92. The product is excluded from heading 2936 because of the presence of additives, which are not covered by note 1(f) and (g) of Chapter 29 and by the application of the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonised System, heading 2936, last paragraph, under (d) Documented CN 2026 code: 21069092.

Jan 25, 1999

Item 4: Oval rust-coloured gelatine capsules filled with a pasty, ochre-coloured substance. Each capsule contains 38 mg aqueous millet-extract, 32 mg oily millet- extract, 178,5 mg wheat-germ oil, 1 mg L-cystine, and 5 mg calcium pantothenate as well as soya lecithin, wax, magnesium oxide, glycerine, gelatine and sorbitol

Classification is determined by General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature, note 1(a) to Chapter 30 and by the wording of CN codes 2106, 2106 90 and 2106 90 92 This product is a multi-ingredient nutritional preparation Documented CN 2026 code: 21069092.

Aug 27, 1998

Item 2: Preparation, in the form of effervescent tablets, put up for retail sale with information on dosage and composition, used as a tonic. Each tablet (2 g) contains 1 g arginine aspartate and 1 g excipients (citric acid, sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, sodium dihydrogen citrate, saccharin sodium, orange yellow (E 110), colloidal silica, flavouring)

Classification is determined by General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature, Note 1 (a) to Chapter 30 and the wording of CN codes 2106, 2106 90 and 2106 90 92. The product is a food supplement (see also Harmonized System Explanatory Notes, heading 21 06). Documented CN 2026 code: 21069092.

Feb 2, 1996

Item 1: Food-preparation, composed of: 55,9 % water, 23,5 % monoglycerides of fatty acids, 7,3 % propylene glycol, 5,9 % polyglycerol esters, 3,5 % sorbitol, 2,6 % soap, 1,1 % diglycerides of fatty acids, and 0,1 % potassium propionate. The product is an emulsifier used in the manufacture of various types of baker's wares.

Classification is determined by the provisions of general rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature, by Note 1 (b) to Chapter 38, and by the wording of CN codes 2106, 2106 90 and 2106 90 92. See also the Explanatory Notes to the HS, Chapter 38, General, fourth paragraph. Documented CN 2026 code: 21069092.

Nov 21, 1995