Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; vinyl acetate

HS v2022 Code: 291532

About acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; vinyl acetate

HS code 291532 covers a range of saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, including the important industrial chemical vinyl acetate. These acids and their derivatives are widely used in the production of various consumer and industrial products, making them a crucial component of the global chemical industry. Their applications span diverse sectors, from plastics and textiles to pharmaceuticals and food additives, highlighting their significance in the broader economy.

Production process

The production of the chemicals covered under HS code 291532 typically involves a multi-step process. The starting point is often the oxidation of alcohols or the hydrolysis of esters, which yields the desired saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids. These acids can then be further processed, for example, through esterification or acetylation, to produce derivatives like vinyl acetate.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the chemicals under HS code 291532 include various alcohols, such as ethanol and propanol, as well as other organic compounds. Additionally, specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems, are necessary for the efficient and high-quality production of these chemicals. Energy sources, such as electricity or steam, are also important inputs for the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The outputs of the industry covered by HS code 291532 include a range of saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their derivatives, such as vinyl acetate. These chemicals find applications in the production of 392010 Polymers of vinyl acetate, 391810 Monofilament of which any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics, and 293712 Hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, natural or reproduced by synthesis; derivatives and structural analogues thereof, including chain modified polypeptides, used primarily as hormones.

Revisions to 291532

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 291532. The most recent 1 version of this code (291532) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 291532.

Family tree for acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; vinyl acetate

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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/v2022/291532'>291532: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; vinyl acetate</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291511'>291511: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; formic acid</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291512'>291512: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; salts of formic acids</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291513'>291513: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of formic acid</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291521'>291521: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic acid</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291524'>291524: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic anhydride</a>"]
B --> I["<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 --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291531'>291531: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; ethyl 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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