Sulphonamides; N-ethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl) perfluorooctane sulphonamide

HS code 293530 covers a class of organic compounds known as sulphonamides, which are widely used in the pharmaceutical and agricultural industries. Sulphonamides are synthetic derivatives of sulphanilamide and have a broad range of applications, from antimicrobial drugs to pesticides and herbicides. This code specifically includes N-ethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl) perfluorooctane sulphonamide, a specialized sulphonamide compound with unique properties and uses.

The production of sulphonamides like N-ethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl) perfluorooctane sulphonamide typically involves a multi-step chemical synthesis process. This may include the reaction of sulphanilamide with various organic compounds, followed by purification and crystallization steps to obtain the desired sulphonamide product. The specific production techniques can vary depending on the target compound and the desired properties.

The main inputs required for the production of sulphonamides under HS code 293530 include sulphanilamide, various organic reagents and solvents, as well as specialized equipment for chemical synthesis, purification, and crystallization. Depending on the specific sulphonamide being produced, additional raw materials such as fluorinated compounds may be required. Skilled labor and technical expertise in organic chemistry are also essential inputs for this industry.

The primary outputs of the sulphonamide industry covered by HS code 293530 are the various sulphonamide compounds themselves, which find applications in the pharmaceutical, agricultural, and other industries. These sulphonamide products may be further processed or incorporated into 300410 Medicaments containing penicillins or derivatives thereof, with a penicillanic acid structure, or streptomycins or their derivatives, 380810 Insecticides, or 380820 Fungicides, among other related HS codes.