Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride)

HS v2017 Code: 290311

About saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride)

HS code 290311 covers the production and trade of saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons, including chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride). These chemicals are widely used as solvents, refrigerants, and intermediates in the manufacturing of various products. The global market for these substances is driven by their versatility and growing demand from industries such as 3824 Prepared binders for foundry moulds or cores; chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries, not elsewhere specified or included, 2903 Halogenated derivatives of hydrocarbons, and 2901 Acyclic hydrocarbons.

Production process

The production of saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons, such as chloromethane and chloroethane, typically involves the chlorination of methane or ethane. This process is carried out in specialized chemical plants using various techniques, including gas-phase chlorination, liquid-phase chlorination, and electrochemical chlorination. The specific production methods may vary depending on the desired product and the scale of operation.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 290311 products include methane or ethane as the primary raw materials, as well as chlorine gas, catalysts, and energy sources such as electricity or steam. Specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and storage tanks, are also essential for the manufacturing process. The availability and cost of these inputs can significantly impact the overall production and competitiveness of this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 290311 are chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride), which are widely used as solvents, refrigerants, and chemical intermediates. These products may be further consumed by industries covered under 2903 Halogenated derivatives of hydrocarbons, 2901 Acyclic hydrocarbons, and 3824 Prepared binders for foundry moulds or cores; chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries, not elsewhere specified or included.

Revisions to 290311

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 290311. The most recent 1 version of this code (290311) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 290311 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2903'>2903: Halogenated derivatives of hydrocarbons</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290311'>290311: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290312'>290312: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; dichloromethane (methylene chloride)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290313'>290313: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; chloroform (trichloromethane)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290314'>290314: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; carbon tetrachloride</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290315'>290315: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dichloride (ISO) (1,2-dichloroethane)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290319'>290319: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.1</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290321'>290321: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290322'>290322: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; trichloroethylene</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290323'>290323: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; tetrachloroethylene (perchloroethylene)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290329'>290329: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.2</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290331'>290331: Fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dibromide (ISO) (1,2-dibromoethane)</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290339'>290339: Fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; other than ethylene dibromide (ISO) (1,2-dibromoethane)</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290371'>290371: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; chlorodifluoromethane</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290372'>290372: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; dichlorotrifluoroethane</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290373'>290373: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; dichlorofluoroethanes</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290374'>290374: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; chlorodifluoroethanes</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290375'>290375: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; dichloropentafluoropropanes</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290376'>290376: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; bromochlorodifluoromethane, bromotrifluoromethane, and dibromotetrafluoroethanes</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290377'>290377: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; n.e.c. in headings 290371 to 290376, perhalogenated only with fluorine and chlorine</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290378'>290378: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; perhalogenated derivatives, other than those only with fluorine and chlorine, n.e.c. in item no. 2903.71 to 2903.76</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290379'>290379: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.7</a>"]
B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290381'>290381: Halogenated derivatives of cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic hydrocarbons; 1,2,3,4,5,6-Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH (ISO)), including lindane (ISO, INN)</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290382'>290382: Halogenated derivatives of cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic hydrocarbons; aldrin (ISO), chlordane (ISO), and heptachlor (ISO)</a>"]
B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290383'>290383: Halogenated derivatives of cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic hydrocarbons; mirex (ISO)</a>"]
B --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290389'>290389: Halogenated derivatives of cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.8</a>"]
B --> BB["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290391'>290391: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons; chlorobenzene, o-dichlorobenzene, and p-dichlorobenzene</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290392'>290392: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons; hexachlorobenzene (ISO) and DDT (ISO) (clofenotane (INN), and 1,1,1-trichloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)ethane)</a>"]
B --> BD["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290393'>290393: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons; pentachlorobenzene (ISO)</a>"]
B --> BE["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290394'>290394: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons; hexabromobiphenyls</a>"]
B --> BF["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290399'>290399: Halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.91, 2903.92, 2903.93 and 2903.94</a>"]

    

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