Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), other than lactic, tartaric, citric, and gluconic acids and their salts and esters

HS v2017 Code: 291819

About acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), other than lactic, tartaric, citric, and gluconic acids and their salts and esters

HS code 291819 covers a diverse range of carboxylic acids with alcohol functions, excluding some common acids like lactic, tartaric, citric, and gluconic. These compounds play a crucial role in various industries, from pharmaceuticals and personal care products to food and beverage manufacturing. Their versatility and wide-ranging applications make them an essential part of the global chemical trade and a key component of the broader economy.

Production process

The production of the carboxylic acids covered under HS code 291819 typically involves chemical synthesis processes. This may include oxidation of alcohols, hydrolysis of esters, or other reactions to introduce the carboxylic acid functional group. The specific techniques used can vary depending on the target compound, but often involve the use of catalysts, controlled temperature and pressure conditions, and careful purification steps to ensure the desired product quality.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the carboxylic acids in this HS code include a range of alcohols, as well as various reagents and catalysts necessary for the synthesis reactions. Specialized equipment such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or steam, are needed to power the production facilities.

Production outputs

The carboxylic acids covered under HS code 291819 have a wide range of applications and are consumed by various other industries. These acids may be used as intermediates in the production of 291590 esters, 291590 amides, and other chemical derivatives. They can also be found in 300490 pharmaceutical products, 330499 cosmetics and personal care items, and 200899 food and beverage formulations.

Revisions to 291819

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 291819. The most recent 1 version of this code (291819) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 291819 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), other than lactic, tartaric, citric, and gluconic acids and 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/v2017/2918'>2918: Acids; carboxylic acid with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291819'>291819: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), other than lactic, tartaric, citric, and gluconic acids and their salts and esters</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291811'>291811: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), lactic acid, its salts and esters</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291812'>291812: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), tartaric acid</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291813'>291813: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function); salts and esters of tartaric acid</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291814'>291814: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), citric acid</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291815'>291815: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), salts and esters of citric acid</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291816'>291816: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), gluconic acid, its salts and esters</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291817'>291817: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), 2,2-Diphenyl-2-hydroxyacetic acid (benzilic acid)</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291818'>291818: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with alcohol function but without other oxygen function), chlorobenzilate (ISO)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291821'>291821: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with phenol function but without other oxygen function), salicylic acid and its salts</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291822'>291822: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with phenol function but without other oxygen function), o-acetylsalicylic acid, its salts and esters</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291823'>291823: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with phenol function but without other oxygen function), other esters of salicylic acid and its salts n.e.c. in item no. 2918.2</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291829'>291829: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with phenol function but without other oxygen function), their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2918.2</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291830'>291830: Acids; carboxylic acids, (with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function), their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291891'>291891: Acids; carboxylic acids, with additional oxygen function (not alcohol, phenol, aldehyde or ketone) and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; 2,4,5-T (ISO) (2,4,5-trichlorophenoxyacetic acid), its salts and esters</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/291899'>291899: Acids; carboxylic acids, with additional oxygen function (not alcohol, phenol, aldehyde or ketone) and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; other than 2,4,5-T (ISO)</a>"]

    

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