Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; ethyl acetate

HS v2017 Code: 291531

About acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; ethyl acetate

HS code 291531 covers a range of saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, including ethyl acetate, which are essential chemicals used in various industries. These acids play a crucial role in the production of pharmaceuticals, food additives, solvents, and other important products. As a key component of the broader chemical industry, this classification code represents a significant segment of international trade and economic activity.

Production process

The production of the chemicals covered under HS code 291531 typically involves a multi-step process. The starting point is often the fermentation of agricultural feedstocks, such as sugarcane or corn, to produce the desired carboxylic acids. These acids are then further processed through distillation, esterification, and other chemical reactions to yield the final products, such as ethyl acetate.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the chemicals under HS code 291531 include agricultural feedstocks, such as 100000 Cereals, 120000 Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, and 170000 Sugars and sugar confectionery. Additionally, the industry relies on various chemical reagents, catalysts, and specialized equipment, such as fermentation tanks, distillation columns, and reaction vessels.

Production outputs

The chemicals covered under HS code 291531 are widely used as solvents, intermediates, and building blocks in the production of a diverse range of products. For example, ethyl acetate is commonly used in the manufacture of 330000 Perfumes and cosmetics, 390000 Plastics and articles thereof, and 320000 Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other coloring matter; paints and varnishes; putty and other mastics; inks. Other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids may be further processed and incorporated into 300000 Pharmaceutical products, 290000 Organic chemicals, and 380000 Miscellaneous chemical products.

Revisions to 291531

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 291531. The most recent 1 version of this code (291531) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 291531 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; ethyl acetate

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2915'>2915: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291531'>291531: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; ethyl acetate</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291511'>291511: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; formic acid</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291512'>291512: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; salts of formic acids</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291513'>291513: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of formic acid</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291521'>291521: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic acid</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291524'>291524: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic anhydride</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291529'>291529: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic acid and its salts n.e.c. in item no. 2915.2</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291532'>291532: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; vinyl acetate</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291533'>291533: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; n-butyl acetate</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291536'>291536: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; dinoseb (ISO) acetate</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291539'>291539: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of acetic acid n.e.c. in item no. 2915.3</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291540'>291540: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; mono-, di- or trichloroacetic acids, their salts and esters</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291550'>291550: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; propionic acid, its salts and esters</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291560'>291560: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, their salts and esters</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291570'>291570: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291590'>291590: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2915</a>"]

    

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