Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes

HS v2022 Code: 291440

About ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes

HS code 291440 covers a group of organic compounds known as ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes. These compounds play a crucial role in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and specialty chemicals. They are widely used as intermediates, solvents, and building blocks for the synthesis of more complex molecules. The production and trade of these compounds are an integral part of the global chemical industry, contributing to the development of innovative products and solutions across diverse sectors.

Production process

Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes are typically produced through a series of chemical reactions, such as oxidation, reduction, and condensation. The specific production techniques may vary depending on the target compound, but generally involve the controlled manipulation of functional groups within organic molecules. Advanced manufacturing processes, including continuous flow chemistry and biocatalysis, are increasingly being adopted to improve efficiency, sustainability, and product quality.

Production inputs

The production of ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes requires a range of raw materials, including various alcohols, aldehydes, and ketones. Specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, skilled personnel with expertise in organic chemistry and process engineering are necessary to ensure the safe and efficient production of these compounds.

Production outputs

Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes find applications in a wide range of industries. They are used as intermediates in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, such as 300410 Medicamentsand 300420 Medicaments. They also serve as solvents and additives in the production of 330300 Perfumes and cosmetics and 340211 Organic surface-active agents. Furthermore, these compounds are utilized in the manufacture of 390110 Polyethylene and other polymeric materials, contributing to the development of diverse consumer and industrial products.

Revisions to 291440

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 291440. The most recent 1 version of this code (291440) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 291440.

Family tree for ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2914'>2914: Ketones and quinones; whether or not with other oxygen function, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrostated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291440'>291440: Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291411'>291411: Ketones; acyclic, without other oxygen function, acetone</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291412'>291412: Ketones; acyclic, without other oxygen function, butanone (methyl ethyl ketone)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291413'>291413: Ketones; acyclic, without other oxygen function, 4-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291419'>291419: Ketones; acyclic, without other oxygen function, n.e.c. in item no. 2914.1</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291422'>291422: Ketones; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic, without other oxygen function, cyclohexanone and methylcyclohexanones</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291423'>291423: Ketones; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic, without other oxygen function, ionones and methylionones</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291429'>291429: Ketones; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic, without other oxygen function, other than cyclohexanone, methylcyclohexanones, ionones, and methylionones</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291431'>291431: Ketones; aromatic, (without other oxygen function), phenylacetone (phenylpropan-2-one)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291439'>291439: Ketones; aromatic, (without other oxygen function), excluding phenylacetone (phenylpropan-2-one)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291450'>291450: Ketone-phenols and ketones with other oxygen function</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291461'>291461: Quinones; anthraquinone</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291462'>291462: Quinones; coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN))</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291469'>291469: Quinones; other than anthraquinone and coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN))</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291471'>291471: Ketones and quinones; halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; chlordecone (ISO)</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291479'>291479: Ketones and quinones; halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, other than chlordecone (ISO)</a>"]

    

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