SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of vitamins a and derivatives, unmixed (SITC 54112) totaled $8.0M in April 2026, traded with 13 countries.
Vitamins A and Derivatives, Unmixed imports of $8.0M in April 2026 ran 19% above the year-to-date monthly average of $6.7M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataUnmixed Vitamin A and its derivatives — including retinol, retinyl acetate, and retinyl palmitate — serve as critical inputs for the pharmaceutical, dietary supplement, and animal-feed industries. Because these are presented in bulk, unmixed form rather than as finished dosage products, they typically enter as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) or feed-grade concentrates subject to FDA review at the port of entry. Potency, form (oil versus dry powder), and intended use (human versus animal) all affect admissibility and labeling requirements. Importers should ensure that supplier documentation specifies grade, purity, and intended application to facilitate smooth FDA entry review.
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Yes. Pharmaceutical-grade Vitamin A APIs are subject to FDA drug import oversight, while feed-grade concentrates fall under FDA's animal feed program. Human dietary supplement ingredients must comply with FDA's dietary supplement regulations. Declaring the correct grade and end-use on entry documentation is essential to avoid holds or refusals.
Vitamin A in oil solution (e.g., retinyl palmitate in vegetable oil) and dry stabilized powder forms may be classified differently depending on concentration and carrier composition. Customs brokers often request certificates of analysis specifying IU/gram potency and carrier identity to confirm the correct tariff line and to support FDA admissibility review.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $2.1M | $3.3M | +$1.2M |
| SWITZERLAND | $4.3M | -- | -$4.3M |
| CANADA | $37K | $884K | +$847K |
| FRANCE | $578K | $59K | -$519K |
| GERMANY | $410K | $12K | -$398K |
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