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

HS v2017 Code: 291823

About 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

HS code 291823 covers a range of carboxylic acids with phenol functions, including various esters of salicylic acid and its salts. These compounds are widely used in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical industries, playing a crucial role in the production of a diverse array of products. As a key component in the global supply chain, this industry contributes significantly to the broader economy.

Production process

The production of the compounds covered under HS code 291823 typically involves a multi-step chemical synthesis process. This often begins with the extraction or synthesis of the base carboxylic acid, which is then subjected to esterification or salt formation reactions to yield the desired esters or salts. The specific techniques employed may vary depending on the target compound, but generally involve the use of catalysts, solvents, and carefully controlled reaction conditions to ensure high yields and purity.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the compounds under HS code 291823 include the base carboxylic acids, such as salicylic acid, as well as various alcohols, acids, and other reagents needed for the esterification and salt formation processes. Additionally, specialized equipment like reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems are essential for the efficient and high-quality production of these chemicals.

Production outputs

The compounds covered under HS code 291823 are widely used as intermediates and ingredients in the production of a variety of pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and other chemical products. The esters and salts of salicylic acid, for example, are commonly used in the manufacture of 330499 Other cosmetic or toilet preparations, 300490 Medicaments n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, and 291899 Carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives n.e.c. in chapter 29.

Revisions to 291823

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 291823. The most recent 1 version of this code (291823) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 291823 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for 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

    graph LR
    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/v2017/291823'>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 --> 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/v2017/291819'>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 --> M["<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 --> N["<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 --> 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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