Alcohols; saturated monohydric, methanol (methyl alcohol)

HS v2022 Code: 290511

About alcohols; saturated monohydric, methanol (methyl alcohol)

HS code 290511 covers the classification of methanol, a widely used and essential chemical compound in various industries. Methanol, also known as methyl alcohol, is a colorless, volatile, and flammable liquid that serves as a vital feedstock for the production of numerous chemicals, fuels, and other products. Its versatility and high demand make it a crucial component in the global chemical and energy sectors.

Production process

Methanol is primarily produced through the catalytic conversion of synthesis gas, a mixture of carbon monoxide and hydrogen. The process typically involves the following key steps: (1) natural gas or coal is converted into synthesis gas through a process called gasification; (2) the synthesis gas is then fed into a reactor where it undergoes catalytic conversion to produce crude methanol; and (3) the crude methanol is further purified and refined to obtain the final high-purity methanol product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of methanol (HS code 290511) include natural gas or coal as the primary feedstock, as well as catalysts, energy (e.g., heat and electricity), and water. Specialized equipment, such as gasifiers, reactors, and distillation columns, are also essential for the various stages of the production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 290511 is high-purity methanol, which is then consumed by a wide range of industries. Methanol is a key ingredient in the production of 290512 (Alcohols; saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol), propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)), 290513 (Alcohols; saturated monohydric, butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)), and other alcohols classified under HS codes 2905. It is also used in the manufacture of formaldehyde, acetic acid, and various other chemicals, as well as in the production of biodiesel and other fuels.

Revisions to 290511

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 290511. The most recent 1 version of this code (290511) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 290511.

Family tree for alcohols; saturated monohydric, methanol (methyl alcohol)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2905'>2905: Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290511'>290511: Alcohols; saturated monohydric, methanol (methyl alcohol)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290512'>290512: Alcohols; saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290513'>290513: Alcohols; saturated monohydric, butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290514'>290514: Alcohols; saturated monohydric, butanols excluding item no. 2905.13</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290516'>290516: Alcohols; saturated monohydric, octanol (octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290517'>290517: Alcohols; saturated monohydric, dodecan-1-ol (lauryl alcohol), hexadecan-1-ol (cetyl alcohol) and octadecan-1-ol (stearyl alcohol)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290519'>290519: Alcohols; saturated monohydric, n.e.c. in item no. 2905.1</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290522'>290522: Alcohols; unsaturated monohydric, acyclic terpene alcohols</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290529'>290529: Alcohols; acyclic, unsaturated monohydric, (other than acyclic terpene alcohols)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290531'>290531: Alcohols; acyclic, diols; ethylene glycol (ethanediol)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290532'>290532: Alcohols; acyclic, diols; propylene glycol (propane-1, 2-diol)</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290539'>290539: Alcohols; acyclic, diols, other than ethylene glycol (ethandiol) or propylene glycol (propane-1,2-diol)</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290541'>290541: Alcohols; polyhydric, 2-ethyl-2- (hydroxymethyl) propane-1,3-diol (trimethylolpropane)</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290542'>290542: Alcohols; polyhydric, pentaerythritol</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290543'>290543: Alcohols; polyhydric, mannitol</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290544'>290544: Alcohols; polyhydric, d-glucitol (sorbitol)</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290545'>290545: Alcohols; polyhydric, glycerol</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290549'>290549: Alcohols; polyhydric, n.e.c. in item no. 2905.4</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290551'>290551: Alcohols; acyclic; halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives thereof, ethchlorvynol (INN)</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290559'>290559: Alcohols; acyclic; halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives thereof, other than ethchlorvynol (INN)</a>"]

    

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