Nitrile-function compounds; n.e.c. heading no. 2926

HS v2017 Code: 292690

About nitrile-function compounds; n.e.c. heading no. 2926

HS code 292690 covers a diverse range of nitrile-function compounds that are not classified elsewhere under heading 2926. These compounds play a crucial role in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Their unique chemical properties make them valuable intermediates and building blocks for the synthesis of a wide array of products essential to the global economy.

Production process

The production of nitrile-function compounds under HS code 292690 typically involves chemical synthesis techniques, such as nucleophilic addition, nucleophilic substitution, and condensation reactions. These processes often require precise control of temperature, pressure, and reaction time to ensure the desired product is obtained with high purity and yield.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of HS code 292690 compounds include various organic precursors, such as alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, and amines, as well as specialized catalysts, solvents, and energy sources. Manufacturers also rely on advanced process equipment, including reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems, to ensure efficient and consistent production.

Production outputs

The nitrile-function compounds classified under HS code 292690 are widely used as intermediates in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other specialty chemicals. They may be further processed and incorporated into products classified under various other HS codes, such as 300000 Pharmaceutical products, 380810 Insecticides, and 390000 Plastics and articles thereof.

Revisions to 292690

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 292690. The most recent 1 version of this code (292690) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 292690 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
Older versions

Family tree for nitrile-function compounds; n.e.c. heading no. 2926

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2926'>2926: Nitrile-function compounds</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292690'>292690: Nitrile-function compounds; n.e.c. heading no. 2926</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292610'>292610: Nitrile-function compounds; acrylonitrile</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292620'>292620: Nitrile-function compounds; 1-cyanoguanidine (dicyandiamide)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292630'>292630: Nitrile-function compounds; fenproporex (INN) and its salts; methadone (INN) intermediate (4-cyano-2-dimethylamino-4,4-diphenylbutane)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/292640'>292640: Nitrile-function compounds; alpha-phenylacetoacetonitrile</a>"]

    

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