Alcohols; aromatic alcohols and derivatives, benzyl alcohol

HS v2022 Code: 290621

About alcohols; aromatic alcohols and derivatives, benzyl alcohol

HS code 290621 covers the classification of benzyl alcohol, a widely used aromatic alcohol. This compound is an essential raw material for various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and specialty chemicals. Its versatility and importance in the global economy make it a significant player in the import/export landscape.

Production process

Benzyl alcohol is primarily produced through the hydrogenation of benzaldehyde, a process that involves the catalytic reduction of the aldehyde group to an alcohol group. This reaction is typically carried out under controlled temperature and pressure conditions, with the use of metal catalysts such as platinum or palladium to facilitate the conversion.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of benzyl alcohol include benzaldehyde, hydrogen gas, and the appropriate catalysts. Additionally, specialized equipment such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems are necessary to ensure the efficient and high-quality production of the final product.

Production outputs

Benzyl alcohol is a versatile compound with a wide range of applications. It is used as a solvent, preservative, and intermediate in the production of various pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and specialty chemicals. The output of HS code 290621 may be consumed by industries covered under other codes, such as 3004 Medicaments, 3303 Perfumes and toilet preparations, and 3824 Prepared binders for foundry moulds or cores; chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries, among others.

Revisions to 290621

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 290621. The most recent 1 version of this code (290621) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 290621.

Family tree for alcohols; aromatic alcohols and derivatives, benzyl alcohol

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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/v2022/290621'>290621: Alcohols; aromatic alcohols and derivatives, benzyl alcohol</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290611'>290611: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, menthol</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290612'>290612: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290613'>290613: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, sterols and inositols</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290619'>290619: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2906.1</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290629'>290629: Alcohols; aromatic and derivatives, other than benzyl alcohol</a>"]

    

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