Alcohols; saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)

HS v2022 Code: 290512

About alcohols; saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)

HS code 290512 covers the classification of saturated monohydric alcohols, specifically propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol). These alcohols are widely used in various industries, including chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, personal care products, and solvents. They play a crucial role in the global economy, serving as essential building blocks for a diverse range of products and applications.

Production process

Propan-1-ol and propan-2-ol are typically produced through the hydration of propylene, a petrochemical feedstock. The process involves the reaction of propylene with water, often in the presence of an acidic catalyst, to yield the desired alcohol isomers. Distillation and purification techniques are then employed to separate and refine the alcohols to meet industry specifications.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of propan-1-ol and propan-2-ol include propylene, water, and various catalysts or reagents. Propylene is typically derived from the cracking of natural gas liquids or the refining of crude oil. Other key inputs may include energy sources, such as electricity or steam, as well as specialized equipment and machinery for the chemical synthesis and purification processes.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 290512 are propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol). These alcohols find widespread use in a variety of industries, including 330300 Perfumes and toilet preparations, 382200 Composite diagnostic or laboratory reagents, and 381700 Mixed alkylbenzenes and mixed alkylnaphthalenes. They are also important intermediates for the production of other chemicals, such as propylene glycol and acetone.

Revisions to 290512

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 290512. The most recent 1 version of this code (290512) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 290512.

Family tree for alcohols; saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)

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    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/v2022/290512'>290512: Alcohols; saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290511'>290511: Alcohols; saturated monohydric, methanol (methyl 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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