Derivatives of hydrocarbons; salts of perfluorooctane sulphonic acid n.e.c in heading no. 2904, whether or not halogenated

HS v2017 Code: 290435

About derivatives of hydrocarbons; salts of perfluorooctane sulphonic acid n.e.c in heading no. 2904, whether or not halogenated

HS code 290435 covers a range of chemical compounds derived from hydrocarbons, including salts of perfluorooctane sulphonic acid (PFOS). These substances have a variety of industrial and commercial applications, making them an important part of the broader chemical industry. Their production and trade play a significant role in the global economy, supporting a wide range of downstream industries and products.

Production process

The production of the chemicals covered under HS code 290435 typically involves complex chemical synthesis processes. This may include the reaction of hydrocarbons with other compounds, such as halogens or sulfonic acids, to create the desired derivatives. Advanced separation and purification techniques are often employed to ensure the final products meet required specifications and purity levels.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of HS code 290435 chemicals include various hydrocarbon feedstocks, such as 271011 Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, other than crude, as well as specialized reagents and catalysts. Sophisticated manufacturing equipment, including reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems, are also essential for the production process.

Production outputs

The chemicals covered under HS code 290435 have a wide range of applications, including use as surfactants, fire-fighting foams, and in the production of 390690 Other acrylic polymers, in primary forms. These derivatives may be further processed or incorporated into a variety of 3824 (Prepared binders for foundry moulds or cores; chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries (including those consisting of mixtures of natural products), not elsewhere specified or included), 3907 Polyacetals, other polyethers and epoxide resins, in primary forms; polycarbonates, alkyd resins, polyallyl esters and other polyesters, in primary forms, and 3824 (Prepared binders for foundry moulds or cores; chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries (including those consisting of mixtures of natural products), not elsewhere specified or included) products.

Revisions to 290435

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 290435. The most recent 1 version of this code (290435) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 290435 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for derivatives of hydrocarbons; salts of perfluorooctane sulphonic acid n.e.c in heading no. 2904, whether or not halogenated

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2904'>2904: Sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of hydrocarbons; whether or not halogenated</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290435'>290435: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; salts of perfluorooctane sulphonic acid n.e.c in heading no. 2904, whether or not halogenated</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290410'>290410: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; containing only sulpho groups, their salts and ethyl esters, whether or not halogenated</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290420'>290420: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; containing only nitro or only nitroso groups, whether or not halogenated</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290431'>290431: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; perfluorooctane sulphonic acid, whether or not halogenated</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290432'>290432: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; ammonium perfluorooctane sulphonate, whether or not halogenated</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290433'>290433: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; lithium perfluorooctane sulphonate, whether or not halogenated</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290434'>290434: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; potassium perfluorooctane sulphonate, whether or not halogenated</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290436'>290436: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; perfluorooctane sulphonyl fluoride, whether or not halogenated</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290491'>290491: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; trichloronitromethane (chloropicrin), whether or not halogenated</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290499'>290499: Derivatives of hydrocarbons n.e.c. in heading no. 2904, whether or not halogenated</a>"]

    

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