Alcohols; aromatic alcohols and derivatives, benzyl alcohol

HS v2017 Code: 290621

About alcohols; aromatic alcohols and derivatives, benzyl alcohol

HS code 290621 covers the classification of benzyl alcohol, a widely used aromatic alcohol. This compound is an essential raw material for various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and specialty chemicals. Its versatility and importance in the global supply chain make it a significant player in the broader chemical industry.

Production process

Benzyl alcohol is primarily produced through the hydrogenation of benzaldehyde, a process that involves the catalytic reduction of the aldehyde group to an alcohol group. This reaction is typically carried out under controlled temperature and pressure conditions, with the use of metal catalysts such as palladium or platinum. The resulting benzyl alcohol is then purified and refined to meet the specific quality requirements of its intended applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of benzyl alcohol include benzaldehyde, hydrogen gas, and appropriate catalysts. Additionally, the process may require specialized equipment such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems to ensure the desired purity and quality of the final product.

Production outputs

Benzyl alcohol is a versatile compound with a wide range of applications. It is used as a solvent, preservative, and intermediate in the production of various 290629 aromatic alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, 293624 esters of benzoic acid, and 293629 other esters of other inorganic acids. The output of benzyl alcohol is an important input for these related HS codes, highlighting its significance in the broader chemical industry.

Revisions to 290621

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 290621. The most recent 1 version of this code (290621) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 290621 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for alcohols; aromatic alcohols and derivatives, benzyl alcohol

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2906'>2906: Alcohols; cyclic, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290621'>290621: Alcohols; aromatic alcohols and derivatives, benzyl alcohol</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290611'>290611: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, menthol</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290612'>290612: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290613'>290613: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, sterols and inositols</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290619'>290619: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2906.1</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290629'>290629: Alcohols; aromatic and derivatives, other than benzyl alcohol</a>"]

    

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