Phosphorus pentachloride

HS v2017 Code: 281214

About phosphorus pentachloride

HS code 281214 covers phosphorus pentachloride, a chemical compound with a wide range of industrial applications. As a key ingredient in various manufacturing processes, phosphorus pentachloride plays a vital role in the global economy, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Its versatility and importance make it an essential component in numerous supply chains across multiple industries.

Production process

Phosphorus pentachloride is typically produced through the reaction of phosphorus trichloride and chlorine gas. This process involves carefully controlling temperature and pressure to ensure the desired chemical reaction takes place. The resulting product is then purified and packaged for distribution to various end-users.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of phosphorus pentachloride include phosphorus trichloride, chlorine gas, and specialized equipment such as reaction vessels, distillation columns, and storage tanks. Additionally, the process may require energy sources, such as electricity or steam, to maintain the necessary temperature and pressure conditions.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 281214 is phosphorus pentachloride, which is then used as a key ingredient in the manufacture of various chemicals, including 281219 Phosphorus oxychloride, 281511 (Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda)), and 291531 Ethyl chloroacetate. These downstream products find applications in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Revisions to 281214

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 281214. The most recent 1 version of this code (281214) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 281214 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for phosphorus pentachloride

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/28'>28: Inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2812'>2812: Halides and halide oxides of non-metals</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281214'>281214: Phosphorus pentachloride</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281211'>281211: Carbonyl dichloride (phosgene)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281212'>281212: Phosphorus oxychloride</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281213'>281213: Phosphorus trichloride</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281215'>281215: Sulphur monochloride</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281216'>281216: Sulphur dichloride</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281217'>281217: Thionyl chloride</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281219'>281219: Arsenic trichloride and other chlorides and chloride oxides, n.e.c. in item no. 2812</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/281290'>281290: Halides and halide oxides of non-metals; excluding chloride</a>"]

    

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