Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, menthol

HS v2022 Code: 290611

About alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, menthol

HS code 290611 covers a range of cyclic alcohols, including menthol, which are important chemical compounds used in various industries. These alcohols are derived from cyclic hydrocarbons and have a wide range of applications, from pharmaceuticals and personal care products to flavors and fragrances. The production and trade of these specialized chemicals play a significant role in the global chemical industry and contribute to the broader economy.

Production process

The production of the alcohols covered under HS code 290611 typically involves the extraction and purification of natural sources, such as essential oils, or the synthesis of these compounds from other petrochemical feedstocks. Key production techniques may include distillation, crystallization, and various chemical reactions to isolate and refine the desired alcohols to meet specific purity and quality requirements.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the alcohols under HS code 290611 include various hydrocarbon feedstocks, such as 271011 Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, other than crude; preparations not elsewhere specified or included, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or of oils obtained from bituminous minerals, these oils being the basic constituents of the preparations; waste oils, as well as specialized equipment and machinery for the chemical processing and purification of these compounds. Additionally, the industry may rely on skilled labor and technical expertise to ensure efficient and high-quality production.

Production outputs

The alcohols covered under HS code 290611 are used as key ingredients in a wide range of products, including 330124 (Essential oils of peppermint (Mentha piperita)) and other menthol-based products, as well as in the production of various pharmaceuticals, flavors, fragrances, and other specialty chemicals. The outputs from this industry may be further processed or incorporated into the manufacturing of 330300 Perfumes and toilet waters and 330499 Cosmetic and toilet preparations, not elsewhere specified or included, among other related industries.

Revisions to 290611

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 290611. The most recent 1 version of this code (290611) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 290611.

Family tree for alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, menthol

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2906'>2906: Alcohols; cyclic, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290611'>290611: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, menthol</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290612'>290612: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290613'>290613: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, sterols and inositols</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290619'>290619: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2906.1</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290621'>290621: Alcohols; aromatic alcohols and derivatives, benzyl alcohol</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290629'>290629: Alcohols; aromatic and derivatives, other than benzyl alcohol</a>"]

    

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