Carbon disulphide

HS code 281310 covers the classification of carbon disulphide, a colorless, flammable, and highly toxic liquid chemical compound. This compound is an important industrial chemical with a wide range of applications, including the production of viscose rayon, cellophane, and other chemical derivatives. Carbon disulphide plays a crucial role in various industries, contributing to the broader economy through its use in manufacturing processes and as a key input for other products.

Carbon disulphide is typically produced through the reaction of carbon and sulfur at high temperatures. The process involves heating a mixture of charcoal and sulfur in a retort or furnace, where the carbon and sulfur combine to form the carbon disulphide compound. The resulting vapor is then condensed and purified to obtain the final product.

The main inputs required for the production of carbon disulphide include charcoal or other carbon-rich materials, sulfur, and specialized equipment such as retorts or furnaces capable of reaching the high temperatures necessary for the reaction. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are needed to power the production process.

The primary output of HS code 281310 is carbon disulphide, which is then used as an input for various industries. Some of the main industries that consume carbon disulphide include the production of 540700 viscose rayon, 392010 cellophane, and other chemical derivatives. Carbon disulphide is also used in the production of insecticides, fumigants, and as a solvent in various industrial applications.