Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of acrylic acid

HS v2017 Code: 291612

About acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of acrylic acid

HS code 291612 covers a group of unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their esters, which are widely used in various industries. These chemicals play a crucial role in the production of a diverse range of products, from paints and coatings to plastics and adhesives. Their importance extends across multiple sectors, making them a vital component of the global economy.

Production process

The production of the chemicals covered under HS code 291612 typically involves the oxidation of propylene or other unsaturated hydrocarbons. This process is often carried out using catalysts and controlled temperature and pressure conditions to ensure the desired chemical reactions take place. The resulting acids and esters are then purified and refined to meet the specific requirements of various applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the chemicals under HS code 291612 include propylene, other unsaturated hydrocarbons, and various catalysts. Additionally, specialized equipment such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems are necessary to ensure the efficient and high-quality production of these chemicals.

Production outputs

The chemicals covered under HS code 291612 are used as intermediates in the production of a wide range of products. The unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their esters find applications in the manufacture of 290531 acrylic acid, 290532 methacrylic acid, and their derivatives, which are essential components in the production of paints, coatings, adhesives, and plastics. These chemicals may also be consumed by industries covered under other HS codes, such as 390610 acrylic polymers, 390690 other acrylic polymers, and 320910 paints and varnishes based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, among others.

Revisions to 291612

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 291612. The most recent 1 version of this code (291612) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 291612 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of acrylic acid

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2916'>2916: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic, cyclic monocarboxylic, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291612'>291612: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of acrylic acid</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291611'>291611: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acrylic acid and its salts</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291613'>291613: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; methacrylic acid and its salts</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291614'>291614: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of methacrylic acid</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291615'>291615: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291616'>291616: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic, cyclic monocarboxylic, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, binapacryl (ISO)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291619'>291619: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic, cyclic monocarboxylic, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2916.1</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291620'>291620: Acids; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291631'>291631: Acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, benzoic acid, its salts and esters</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291632'>291632: Acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, benzoyl peroxide and benzoyl chloride</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291634'>291634: Acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, phenylacetic acid and its salts</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291639'>291639: Acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, other than benzoic acid, its salts and esters, benzoyl peroxide and benzoyl chloride, phenylacetic acid and its salts</a>"]

    

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