Phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts; pentachlorophenol (ISO)

HS v2017 Code: 290811

About phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts; pentachlorophenol (iso)

HS code 290811 covers a group of organic chemical compounds known as phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts, including pentachlorophenol. These compounds are widely used in various industries, such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications, due to their unique chemical properties and versatility. As an important part of the broader organic chemicals industry, this HS code plays a crucial role in global trade and the international supply chain.

Production process

The production of phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives under HS code 290811 typically involves a multi-step chemical synthesis process. The key steps often include the halogenation of phenol or phenol-alcohol compounds, followed by the formation of salts through the addition of various metal or organic cations. The specific production techniques may vary depending on the target compound and the desired properties, but the overall process aims to create these specialized organic chemicals in a controlled and efficient manner.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives under HS code 290811 include raw materials such as phenol, various halogen compounds (e.g., chlorine, bromine), and reagents for the salt formation process. Additionally, specialized equipment and machinery for chemical synthesis, purification, and packaging are essential. The industry also relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in organic chemistry, process engineering, and quality control.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 290811 are the phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts, including pentachlorophenol. These compounds find applications in a wide range of industries, such as 380850 Pesticides, 290490 Other halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons, and 290899 Other halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols. The versatility of these chemicals ensures a steady demand from various downstream sectors, contributing to their importance in the global trade landscape.

Revisions to 290811

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 290811. The most recent 1 version of this code (290811) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 290811 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts; pentachlorophenol (iso)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2908'>2908: Phenols or phenol-alcohols; halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290811'>290811: Phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts; pentachlorophenol (ISO)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290819'>290819: Phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts; other than pentachlorophenol (ISO)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290891'>290891: Phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives thereof; dinoseb (ISO) and its salts</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290892'>290892: Phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives thereof; 4,6-dinitro-o-cresol (DNOC (ISO)) and its salts</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/290899'>290899: Phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives thereof; other than dinoseb (ISO), and 4,6-dinitro-o-cresol (DNOC (ISO)), and their salts</a>"]

    

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