Acids; acyclic polycarboxylic acids; azelaic acid, sebacic acid, their salts and esters

HS v2017 Code: 291713

About acids; acyclic polycarboxylic acids; azelaic acid, sebacic acid, their salts and esters

HS code 291713 covers a group of organic chemical compounds known as acyclic polycarboxylic acids, which include azelaic acid and sebacic acid, as well as their salts and esters. These compounds have a wide range of industrial and commercial applications, making them an important part of the broader chemical industry. They are used in the production of various products, from plasticizers and lubricants to cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, contributing to the overall functioning of the global economy.

Production process

The production of the compounds covered under HS code 291713 typically involves chemical synthesis processes. Azelaic acid, for example, can be produced by the oxidation of oleic acid, a fatty acid derived from vegetable oils. Sebacic acid, on the other hand, is often synthesized from castor oil through a multi-step process involving hydrolysis, decarboxylation, and purification. The specific techniques used may vary depending on the target compound and the desired purity levels.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the compounds under HS code 291713 include various organic feedstocks, such as 290511 methanol, 290519 other alcohols, and 290519 other fatty acids. Additionally, the production process may require specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems, as well as energy sources and other utilities.

Production outputs

The compounds covered under HS code 291713 are used as intermediates in the production of a wide range of products. Azelaic acid and sebacic acid, for instance, are used in the manufacture of 291819 polyester resins, 391690 plastics, and 340290 lubricants. The salts and esters of these acids are also utilized in the formulation of 330499 cosmetics and 300490 pharmaceuticals.

Revisions to 291713

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 291713. The most recent 1 version of this code (291713) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 291713 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for acids; acyclic polycarboxylic acids; azelaic acid, sebacic acid, their salts and esters

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2917'>2917: Acids; polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxy-acids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291713'>291713: Acids; acyclic polycarboxylic acids; azelaic acid, sebacic acid, their salts and esters</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291711'>291711: Acids; acyclic polycarboxylic acids; oxalic acid, its salts and esters</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291712'>291712: Acids; acyclic polycarboxylic acids; adipic acid, its salts and esters</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291714'>291714: Acids; acyclic polycarboxylic acids; maleic anhydride</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291719'>291719: Acids; acyclic polycarboxylic acids; n.e.c. in item no. 2917.1</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291720'>291720: Acids; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and derivatives</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291732'>291732: Acids; aromatic polycarboxylic acids; dioctyl orthophthalates</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291733'>291733: Acids; aromatic polycarboxylic acids; dinonyl or didecyl orthophthalates</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291734'>291734: Acids; aromatic polycarboxylic acids; other esters of orthophthalic acids</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291735'>291735: Acids; aromatic polycarboxylic acids; phthalic anhydride</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291736'>291736: Acids; aromatic polycarboxylic acids; terephthalic acid and its salts</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291737'>291737: Acids; aromatic polycarboxylic acids; dimethyl terephthalate</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291739'>291739: Acids; aromatic polycarboxylic acids; n.e.c. in item no. 2917.3</a>"]

    

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