Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.7

HS v2017 Code: 290379

About halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.7

HS code 290379 covers a diverse range of halogenated organic compounds, which are widely used in various industries. These compounds play a crucial role in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, refrigerants, and specialty chemicals. Their unique properties, such as enhanced stability, improved performance, and specific functionalities, make them indispensable in many applications across the global economy.

Production process

The production of halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons typically involves a series of chemical reactions, including halogenation, substitution, and purification processes. Manufacturers often use techniques like electrophilic addition, radical substitution, and distillation to synthesize these compounds with high purity and desired specifications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 290379 products include acyclic hydrocarbon feedstocks, such as methane, ethane, and propane, as well as various halogenating agents like chlorine, bromine, and fluorine. Specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems, are also essential for the efficient and safe manufacturing of these halogenated derivatives.

Production outputs

The halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons covered under HS code 290379 are used as intermediates in the production of a wide range of downstream products. These include 290321 Vinyl chloride, 290322 Trichloroethylene, 290323 Tetrachloroethylene, and other specialty chemicals used in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and industrial sectors.

Revisions to 290379

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 290379. The most recent 1 version of this code (290379) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 290379 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.7

    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/v2017/290379'>290379: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.7</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/v2017/290315'>290315: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dichloride (ISO) (1,2-dichloroethane)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290319'>290319: Saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.1</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290321'>290321: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; vinyl chloride (chloroethylene)</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290322'>290322: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; trichloroethylene</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290323'>290323: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; tetrachloroethylene (perchloroethylene)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290329'>290329: Unsaturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in item no. 2903.2</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290331'>290331: Fluorinated, brominated or iodinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons; ethylene dibromide (ISO) (1,2-dibromoethane)</a>"]
B --> O["<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 --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290371'>290371: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; chlorodifluoromethane</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290372'>290372: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; dichlorotrifluoroethane</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290373'>290373: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; dichlorofluoroethanes</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290374'>290374: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; chlorodifluoroethanes</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290375'>290375: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; dichloropentafluoropropanes</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290376'>290376: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens; bromochlorodifluoromethane, bromotrifluoromethane, and dibromotetrafluoroethanes</a>"]
B --> V["<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 --> W["<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 --> 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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