Derivatives of hydrocarbons; containing only nitro or only nitroso groups, whether or not halogenated
HS v2022 Code: 290420
About derivatives of hydrocarbons; containing only nitro or only nitroso groups, whether or not halogenated
HS code 290420 covers a range of chemical compounds known as derivatives of hydrocarbons, specifically those containing only nitro or nitroso groups, with or without halogenation. These compounds have a wide range of industrial and commercial applications, playing a crucial role in the production of various products across multiple sectors, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals.
Production process
The production of derivatives of hydrocarbons under HS code 290420 typically involves a series of chemical reactions, such as nitration, halogenation, and other modification processes. These techniques are used to introduce the desired functional groups (nitro or nitroso) and, in some cases, halogenation to the hydrocarbon backbone, resulting in the final products.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of HS code 290420 derivatives include various hydrocarbon feedstocks, such as benzene, toluene, or xylene, as well as nitrating agents, halogenating agents, and other specialized chemicals. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment and machinery for the precise control of reaction conditions and purification processes.
Production outputs
The derivatives of hydrocarbons covered under HS code 290420 are used as intermediates in the production of a wide range of products, including 300000 Pharmaceutical Products, 380000 Miscellaneous Chemical Products, and 290000 Organic Chemicals. These compounds may be further processed or incorporated into formulations to create end-use products in various industries.
Revisions to 290420
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 290420. The most recent 1 version of this code (290420) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 290420.
Family tree for derivatives of hydrocarbons; containing only nitro or only nitroso groups, whether or not halogenated
graph LR A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"] A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2904'>2904: Sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of hydrocarbons; whether or not halogenated</a>"] B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290420'>290420: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; containing only nitro or only nitroso groups, whether or not halogenated</a>"] B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290410'>290410: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; containing only sulpho groups, their salts and ethyl esters, whether or not halogenated</a>"] B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290431'>290431: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; perfluorooctane sulphonic acid, whether or not halogenated</a>"] B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290432'>290432: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; ammonium perfluorooctane sulphonate, whether or not halogenated</a>"] B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290433'>290433: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; lithium perfluorooctane sulphonate, whether or not halogenated</a>"] B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290434'>290434: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; potassium perfluorooctane sulphonate, whether or not halogenated</a>"] B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290435'>290435: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; salts of perfluorooctane sulphonic acid n.e.c in heading no. 2904, whether or not halogenated</a>"] B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290436'>290436: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; perfluorooctane sulphonyl fluoride, whether or not halogenated</a>"] B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290491'>290491: Derivatives of hydrocarbons; trichloronitromethane (chloropicrin), whether or not halogenated</a>"] B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290499'>290499: Derivatives of hydrocarbons n.e.c. in heading no. 2904, whether or not halogenated</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level2 class B level4 class C level6 class D level6 class E level6 class F level6 class G level6 class H level6 class I level6 class J level6 class K level6 class L level6 class C highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class C highlight