Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dichloride (ISO) (1,2-dichloroethane)

HS v2017 Code: 290315

About saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dichloride (iso) (1,2-dichloroethane)

HS code 290315 covers the classification of saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons, with a specific focus on ethylene dichloride (ISO), also known as 1,2-dichloroethane. This chemical compound is a widely used industrial solvent and an important feedstock for the production of various other chemicals. Its versatility and high demand make it a crucial component in the global chemical industry and international trade.

Production process

Ethylene dichloride is primarily produced through the direct chlorination of ethylene. This process involves reacting ethylene gas with chlorine gas under controlled conditions to form the desired chlorinated compound. The reaction is typically carried out in the presence of a catalyst to enhance the efficiency and selectivity of the process. After the chlorination step, the crude product undergoes further purification and distillation to meet the required purity standards for commercial use.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of ethylene dichloride (HS code 290315) include ethylene, chlorine, and various catalysts. Ethylene is typically sourced from the petrochemical industry, while chlorine is often obtained from the electrolysis of brine solutions. Depending on the specific production process, other auxiliary materials such as solvents, cooling agents, and process control equipment may also be necessary.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 290315 is ethylene dichloride, which is a versatile chemical used in a wide range of applications. It is a key feedstock for the production of 290321 Vinyl chloride, a monomer used in the manufacture of 3904 Polymers of vinyl chloride or of other halogenated olefins, in primary forms. Ethylene dichloride is also used as a solvent, a degreasing agent, and an intermediate in the synthesis of other organic chemicals.

Revisions to 290315

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 290315. The most recent 1 version of this code (290315) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 290315 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dichloride (iso) (1,2-dichloroethane)

    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/v2017/290315'>290315: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dichloride (ISO) (1,2-dichloroethane)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290311'>290311: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290312'>290312: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; dichloromethane (methylene chloride)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290313'>290313: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; chloroform (trichloromethane)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290314'>290314: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; carbon tetrachloride</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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