Phosphorus pentachloride

HS v2022 Code: 281214

About phosphorus pentachloride

HS code 281214 covers phosphorus pentachloride, a chemical compound with a wide range of industrial applications. As a key raw material in the production of various phosphorus-based chemicals, this substance plays a crucial role in industries such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals. Its importance extends across multiple sectors, making it a significant component of the broader chemical industry.

Production process

Phosphorus pentachloride is typically produced through the reaction of phosphorus and chlorine. This process involves the controlled combustion of white phosphorus in a stream of chlorine gas, resulting in the formation of the pentachloride compound. The reaction is carefully monitored and optimized to ensure consistent product quality and yield.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of phosphorus pentachloride include white phosphorus, chlorine gas, and specialized production equipment such as reaction vessels, temperature and pressure control systems, and purification units. Reliable access to these raw materials and technological resources is crucial for the efficient and sustainable manufacture of this chemical compound.

Production outputs

Phosphorus pentachloride is a versatile intermediate that finds application in the production of a wide range of other chemicals. It is used in the synthesis of various phosphorus-containing compounds, including 281219 Phosphorus oxychloride, 281290 Inorganic acids and inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals, and 290490 Other organic compounds. The diverse end-use industries for these downstream products highlight the importance of phosphorus pentachloride within the broader chemical supply chain.

Revisions to 281214

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 281214. The most recent 1 version of this code (281214) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 281214.

Older versions

Family tree for phosphorus pentachloride

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/28'>28: Inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2812'>2812: Halides and halide oxides of non-metals</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/281214'>281214: Phosphorus pentachloride</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/281211'>281211: Carbonyl dichloride (phosgene)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/281212'>281212: Phosphorus oxychloride</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/281213'>281213: Phosphorus trichloride</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/281215'>281215: Sulphur monochloride</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/281216'>281216: Sulphur dichloride</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/281217'>281217: Thionyl chloride</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/281219'>281219: Arsenic trichloride and other chlorides and chloride oxides, n.e.c. in item no. 2812</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/281290'>281290: Halides and halide oxides of non-metals; excluding chloride</a>"]

    

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