Chlorides; of magnesium

HS v2017 Code: 282731

About chlorides; of magnesium

HS code 282731 covers the classification of chlorides of magnesium, an important chemical compound with a wide range of industrial applications. Magnesium chloride is a key component in various manufacturing processes, playing a crucial role in the production of construction materials, agricultural products, and specialty chemicals. As a versatile and widely-used substance, the global trade and consumption of magnesium chloride are significant, making it an integral part of the broader chemical industry.

Production process

Magnesium chloride is typically produced through the reaction of magnesium oxide or magnesium hydroxide with hydrochloric acid. The resulting solution is then purified and crystallized to obtain the final magnesium chloride product. This process can be carried out using various techniques, including evaporation, precipitation, and ion exchange, depending on the desired purity and application of the final product.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of magnesium chloride include magnesium-containing raw materials, such as 251910 magnesium oxide or 281512 magnesium hydroxide, as well as hydrochloric acid. Additionally, the production process may require specialized equipment, such as reactors, evaporators, and crystallizers, as well as energy sources and water for the various processing steps.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 282731 is magnesium chloride, which can be used in a variety of applications. This chemical compound is commonly used in the production of 252329 magnesium cement, 310559 fertilizers, and 283329 other chemical products. Magnesium chloride is also a key ingredient in various industrial and household products, such as de-icing agents, fire retardants, and personal care items.

Revisions to 282731

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 282731. The most recent 1 version of this code (282731) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 282731 ( HS v2017).

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Family tree for chlorides; of magnesium

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    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/v2017/2827'>2827: Chlorides; chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides; bromides and bromide oxides; iodides and iodide oxides</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282731'>282731: Chlorides; of magnesium</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282710'>282710: Chlorides; of ammonium</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282720'>282720: Chlorides; of calcium</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282732'>282732: Chlorides; of aluminium</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282735'>282735: Chlorides; of nickel</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282739'>282739: Chlorides; other than of ammonium, calcium, magnesium, aluminium and nickel</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282741'>282741: Chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides; of copper</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282749'>282749: Chloride oxides and chloride hydroxides; other than of copper</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282751'>282751: Bromides; of sodium or of potassium</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282759'>282759: Bromides and bromide oxides; other than item no. 2827.51</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/282760'>282760: Iodides and iodide oxides</a>"]

    

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