Sodium sulphates; disodium sulphate

HS v2017 Code: 283311

About sodium sulphates; disodium sulphate

HS code 283311 covers the production and trade of sodium sulphates, including disodium sulphate. This inorganic chemical compound is a crucial ingredient in a wide range of industries, from detergents and glass manufacturing to the production of fertilizers and pharmaceuticals. As a key component in many industrial processes, the sodium sulphates industry plays a significant role in the global economy, supporting diverse supply chains and enabling the development of essential products.

Production process

Sodium sulphates are typically produced through the reaction of sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate with sulfuric acid. This process involves carefully controlling temperature, pressure, and reaction time to ensure the desired chemical composition and purity of the final product. Advanced purification techniques, such as crystallization and filtration, may also be employed to meet the stringent quality standards required by various end-use industries.

Production inputs

The production of sodium sulphates relies on several key inputs, including sulfuric acid, sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate, as well as energy sources and specialized equipment. Manufacturers may also require access to reliable transportation networks and logistics infrastructure to efficiently move raw materials and finished goods throughout the supply chain.

Production outputs

The primary output of the sodium sulphates industry is the 283311 Sodium sulphates; disodium sulphate compound, which is then consumed by a variety of downstream industries. These include 340220 Detergents, 252010 Glass in the mass, 310520 Mineral or chemical fertilizers, and 300490 Medicaments, among others. The versatility of sodium sulphates ensures a steady demand for this essential chemical across a diverse range of economic sectors.

Revisions to 283311

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 283311. The most recent 1 version of this code (283311) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 283311 ( HS v2017).

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Family tree for sodium sulphates; disodium sulphate

    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/v2017/2833'>2833: Sulphates; alums; peroxosulphates (persulphates)</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/283311'>283311: Sodium sulphates; disodium sulphate</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/283319'>283319: Sodium sulphates; other than disodium sulphate</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/283321'>283321: Sulphates; of magnesium</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/283322'>283322: Sulphates; of aluminium</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/283324'>283324: Sulphates; of nickel</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/283325'>283325: Sulphates; of copper</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/283327'>283327: Sulphates; of barium</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/283329'>283329: Sulphates; n.e.c. in item no. 2833.2</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/283330'>283330: Alums</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/283340'>283340: Peroxosulphates (persulphates)</a>"]

    

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