Amine-function compounds; aromatic amines and their derivatives; o-, m-, p-phenylenediamine, diaminotoluenes and their derivatives; salts thereof

HS v2017 Code: 292151

About amine-function compounds; aromatic amines and their derivatives; o-, m-, p-phenylenediamine, diaminotoluenes and their derivatives; salts thereof

HS code 292151 covers a range of aromatic amine compounds, which are essential building blocks in the production of various chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty materials. These compounds play a crucial role in the global chemical industry, finding applications in diverse sectors such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, dyes, and specialty polymers. As a key intermediate in the synthesis of many important products, the amine-function compounds described by this code are a vital component of the broader chemical supply chain.

Production process

The production of the amine-function compounds covered by HS code 292151 typically involves a multi-step process. The starting point is often the nitration of aromatic hydrocarbons, followed by catalytic hydrogenation to reduce the nitro groups and form the desired amine compounds. Depending on the specific product, additional steps such as alkylation, acylation, or salt formation may be employed to obtain the final derivatives.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 292151 compounds include aromatic hydrocarbons (such as benzene, toluene, or xylene), as well as hydrogen gas, catalysts, and various reagents for the subsequent derivatization steps. Specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems, are also essential for the efficient and high-quality production of these amine-function compounds.

Production outputs

The amine-function compounds covered by HS code 292151 are widely used as intermediates in the production of a diverse range of downstream products. These include 300210 Medicaments, 290921 Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, 320411 Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon, and 390690 Acrylic polymers in primary forms, n.e.s.. The versatility of these amine-function compounds makes them an integral part of the global chemical industry.

Revisions to 292151

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 292151. The most recent 1 version of this code (292151) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 292151 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for amine-function compounds; aromatic amines and their derivatives; o-, m-, p-phenylenediamine, diaminotoluenes and their derivatives; salts thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2921'>2921: Amine-function compounds</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292151'>292151: Amine-function compounds; aromatic amines and their derivatives; o-, m-, p-phenylenediamine, diaminotoluenes and their derivatives; salts thereof</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292111'>292111: Amine-function compounds; acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, methylamine, di- or trimethylamine and their salts</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292112'>292112: Amine-function compounds; acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, and salts thereof, 2-(N,N-Dimethylamino)ethylchloride hydrochloride</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292113'>292113: Amine-function compounds; acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, and salts thereof, 2-(N,N-Diethylamino)ethylchloride hydrochloride</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292114'>292114: Amine-function compounds; acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, and salts thereof, 2-(N,N-Diisopropylamino)ethylchloride hydrochloride</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292119'>292119: Amine-function compounds; acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, and salts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 2921.1</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292121'>292121: Amine-function compounds; acyclic polyamines and their derivatives, ethylenediamine and its salts</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292122'>292122: Amine-function compounds; acyclic polyamines and their derivatives, hexamethylenediamine and its salts</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292129'>292129: Amine-function compounds; acyclic polyamines and their derivatives, and salts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 2921.2</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292130'>292130: Amine-function compounds; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic mono- or polyamines and their derivatives; salts thereof</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292141'>292141: Amine-function compounds; aromatic monoamines and their derivatives, aniline and its salts</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292142'>292142: Amine-function-compounds; aromatic monoamines and their derivatives, aniline derivatives and their salts</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292143'>292143: Amine-function compounds; aromatic monoamines and their derivatives, toluidines and their derivatives; salts thereof</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292144'>292144: Amine-function compounds; aromatic monoamines and their derivatives, diphenylamine and its derivatives; salts thereof</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292145'>292145: Amine-function compounds; aromatic monoamines and their derivatives; 1-naphthylamine (alpha-naphthylamine), 2-naphthylamine (beta-naphthaylamine) and their derivatives; salts thereof</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292146'>292146: Amine-function compounds; aromatic monoamines and derivatives; amphetamine (INN), benzphetamine (INN), dexamphetamine (INN), etilamphetamine (INN), fencamfamin (INN), lefetamine (INN), levamphetamine (INN), mefenorex (INN), phentermine (INN); salts of</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292149'>292149: Amine-function compounds; aromatic monoamines and their derivatives; salts thereof; n.e.c. in item no. 2921.4</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292159'>292159: Amine-function compounds; aromatic polyamines and their derivatives, other than item no. 2921.51</a>"]

    

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