Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides; whether or not chemically defined n.e.c. in heading no. 2923

HS v2017 Code: 292390

About quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides; whether or not chemically defined n.e.c. in heading no. 2923

HS code 292390 covers a diverse range of quaternary ammonium compounds, which are essential chemicals used in a wide variety of industries. These compounds play a crucial role in various applications, from personal care products to industrial processes, making them an integral part of the global chemical industry. Their versatility and importance in the broader economy underpin the significance of this HS code.

Production process

The production of quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides typically involves the reaction of tertiary amines with alkyl halides or other alkylating agents. This process results in the formation of the desired quaternary ammonium compounds, which can then be further purified and processed as needed for specific applications. The exact production techniques may vary depending on the specific compound being manufactured and the desired properties or purity levels.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides include tertiary amines, alkyl halides, and other alkylating agents, as well as various solvents and processing aids. 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 outputs of HS code 292390 are the diverse range of quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides, which find applications in numerous industries. These compounds are used in personal care products, such as shampoos and conditioners, as well as in industrial processes, including water treatment, textile processing, and the production of 380810 disinfectants and 340220 surface-active preparations. The outputs of this HS code are often consumed by manufacturers and formulators in these related industries.

Revisions to 292390

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 292390. The most recent 1 version of this code (292390) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 292390 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides; whether or not chemically defined n.e.c. in heading no. 2923

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2923'>2923: Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides; lecithins and other phosphoaminolipids, whether or not chemically defined</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292390'>292390: Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides; whether or not chemically defined n.e.c. in heading no. 2923</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292310'>292310: Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides; choline and its salts, whether or not chemically defined</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292320'>292320: Lecithins and other phosphoaminolipids, whether or not chemically defined</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292330'>292330: Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides; tetraethylammonium perfluorooctane sulphonate, whether or not chemically defined</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292340'>292340: Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides; didecyldimethylammonium perfluorooctane sulphonate, whether or not chemically defined</a>"]

    

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