Organo-sulphur compounds; methionine

HS v2017 Code: 293040

About organo-sulphur compounds; methionine

HS code 293040 covers organo-sulphur compounds, with a specific focus on methionine. This class of chemical compounds plays a vital role in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, animal feed, and food processing. As an essential amino acid, methionine is a key component in protein synthesis and has numerous applications in the global economy.

Production process

The production of organo-sulphur compounds, such as methionine, typically involves chemical synthesis processes. This may include the reaction of sulfur-containing organic compounds with other reagents, followed by purification and crystallization steps to obtain the desired product. Advances in biotechnology have also enabled the production of methionine through fermentation processes using specialized microorganisms.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of organo-sulphur compounds under HS code 293040 include various sulfur-containing organic precursors, such as dimethyl disulfide or methyl mercaptan. Additionally, the process may require other chemical reagents, catalysts, and energy sources, as well as specialized production equipment and facilities. The availability and cost of these inputs can significantly impact the overall production and supply of methionine and related organo-sulphur compounds.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 293040 is methionine, an essential amino acid with a wide range of applications. Methionine is commonly used as a dietary supplement in animal feed, particularly for poultry and livestock, to support growth and development. It is also used in the pharmaceutical industry as a precursor for the synthesis of other drugs and compounds. Additionally, methionine finds applications in the food processing industry, where it can be used as a flavor enhancer or preservative. The outputs of this industry may be consumed by other industries, such as 210690 Preparations for animal feeding and 300490 Medicaments, among others.

Revisions to 293040

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 293040. The most recent 1 version of this code (293040) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 293040 ( HS v2017).

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Older versions

Family tree for organo-sulphur compounds; methionine

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2930'>2930: Organo-sulphur compounds</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293040'>293040: Organo-sulphur compounds; methionine</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293020'>293020: Organo-sulphur compounds; thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293030'>293030: Organo-sulphur compounds; thiuram mono-, di- or tetrasulphides</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293060'>293060: Organo-sulphur compounds; 2-(N,N-Diethylamino)ethanethiol</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293070'>293070: Organo-sulphur compounds; bis(2-hydroxyethyl)sulfide (thiodiglycol (INN))</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293080'>293080: Organo-sulphur compounds; aldicarb (ISO), captafol (ISO) and methamidophos (ISO)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/293090'>293090: Organo-sulphur compounds; n.e.c. in heading no. 2930</a>"]

    

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