Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 2909.4

HS v2022 Code: 290949

About ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 2909.4

HS code 290949 covers a diverse range of chemical compounds known as ether-alcohols and their derivatives. These substances play a crucial role in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, personal care products, and industrial solvents. As a key component in the production of many essential goods, this code represents an important segment of the broader chemical industry and its impact on the global economy.

Production process

Ether-alcohols and their derivatives are typically produced through a multi-step chemical synthesis process. The primary method involves the reaction of an alcohol with an alkyl halide, followed by further modifications such as halogenation, sulfonation, nitration, or nitrosation to create the desired derivatives. Advanced techniques like distillation, crystallization, and purification are often employed to ensure the purity and quality of the final products.

Production inputs

The production of HS code 290949 items requires a range of raw materials, including alcohols, alkyl halides, and various reagents for the derivatization processes. Specialized equipment such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, skilled labor and technical expertise in organic chemistry are necessary to ensure the efficient and safe production of these complex chemical compounds.

Production outputs

The outputs of HS code 290949 are a diverse array of ether-alcohols and their derivatives, which find applications in numerous industries. These substances may be used as intermediates in the production of 290950 Ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, 382499 (Chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries (including those consisting of mixtures of natural products), not elsewhere specified or included), and other related chemical products. The versatility of these compounds ensures their widespread demand across various sectors of the economy.

Revisions to 290949

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 290949. The most recent 1 version of this code (290949) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 290949.

Family tree for ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 2909.4

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2909'>2909: Ethers, ether-alcohols, ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols, alcohol peroxides, ether peroxides, acetal and hemiacetal peroxides, ketone peroxides (chemically defined or not), and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290949'>290949: Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 2909.4</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290911'>290911: Ethers; acyclic, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, diethyl ether</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290919'>290919: Ethers; acyclic, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, other than diethyl ether</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290920'>290920: Ethers; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290930'>290930: Ethers; aromatic, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290941'>290941: Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; 2,2-oxydiethanol (diethylene glycol, digol)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290943'>290943: Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; monobutyl ethers of ethylene glycol or of diethylene glycol</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290944'>290944: Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; monoalkylethers of ethylene glycol or of diethylene glycol n.e.c. in heading no. 2909</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290950'>290950: Ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/290960'>290960: Alcohol peroxides, ether peroxides, acetal and hemiacetal peroxides, ketone peroxides and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]

    

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