Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; formic acid

HS v2022 Code: 291511

About acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; formic acid

HS code 291511 covers the classification of formic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. Formic acid is a key industrial chemical with a wide range of applications, from the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals to its use as a preservative and antimicrobial agent. As a vital component in various manufacturing processes, formic acid plays a crucial role in the global economy, particularly in the chemical and agricultural sectors.

Production process

Formic acid is primarily produced through the oxidation of methanol. The process involves the catalytic conversion of methanol to formaldehyde, which is then further oxidized to produce formic acid. Alternatively, formic acid can also be obtained as a by-product during the production of other chemicals, such as 290531 acetic acid.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of formic acid include methanol, as the primary raw material, as well as various catalysts and oxidizing agents. Additionally, the production process may require specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems, to ensure the quality and purity of the final product.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 291511 is formic acid, which finds applications in a wide range of industries. Formic acid is used in the production of 300490 pharmaceutical preparations, 380810 insecticides, and 380890 fungicides. It is also utilized as a preservative in the food and feed industries, as well as a coagulant in the rubber industry.

Revisions to 291511

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 291511. The most recent 1 version of this code (291511) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 291511.

Family tree for acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; formic acid

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2915'>2915: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291511'>291511: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; formic acid</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291512'>291512: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; salts of formic acids</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291513'>291513: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of formic acid</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291521'>291521: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic acid</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291524'>291524: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic anhydride</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291529'>291529: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic acid and its salts n.e.c. in item no. 2915.2</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291531'>291531: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; ethyl acetate</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291532'>291532: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; vinyl acetate</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291533'>291533: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; n-butyl acetate</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291536'>291536: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; dinoseb (ISO) acetate</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291539'>291539: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of acetic acid n.e.c. in item no. 2915.3</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291540'>291540: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; mono-, di- or trichloroacetic acids, their salts and esters</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291550'>291550: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; propionic acid, its salts and esters</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291560'>291560: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, their salts and esters</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291570'>291570: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291590'>291590: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2915</a>"]

    

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