Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; salts of formic acids
HS v2022 Code: 291512
About acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; salts of formic acids
HS code 291512 covers a group of organic chemical compounds known as saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, including formic acid and its salts. These acids play a crucial role in various industries, serving as important raw materials and intermediates in the production of a wide range of chemical products. Their versatility and widespread applications make them an integral part of the global chemical supply chain.
Production process
The primary production method for saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, such as formic acid, involves the oxidation of aldehydes or the hydrolysis of nitriles. In the case of formic acid, it is commonly produced by the hydrolysis of methyl formate, which is derived from methanol and carbon monoxide. The resulting formic acid is then purified and concentrated for various industrial and commercial applications.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, including formic acid, are raw materials such as methanol, carbon monoxide, and other aldehydes or nitriles. Additionally, the production process requires specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems, as well as energy sources and water for the various stages of the manufacturing process.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of HS code 291512 are the saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, including formic acid and its salts. These chemicals are widely used as intermediates in the production of 291521 esters, 291531 aldehydes, and other organic compounds. They also find applications in the 330690 cosmetics and personal care, 200899 food and beverage, and 281511 chemical industries.
Revisions to 291512
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 291512. The most recent 1 version of this code (291512) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 291512.
Older versions
Family tree for acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; salts of formic acids
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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/v2022/291512'>291512: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; salts of formic acids</a>"]
B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291511'>291511: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; formic acid</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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