Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, their salts and esters
HS v2022 Code: 291560
About acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, their salts and esters
HS code 291560 covers a range of saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, including butanoic acids and pentanoic acids, as well as their salts and esters. These chemicals are widely used in various industries, playing a crucial role in the production of pharmaceuticals, food additives, and specialty chemicals. Their importance extends across the global economy, making them a significant component of international trade and import/export activities.
Production process
The production of the chemicals covered under HS code 291560 typically involves a multi-step process. The starting point is the oxidation of the corresponding alcohols or aldehydes, followed by purification and separation techniques to obtain the desired acids, salts, and esters. Depending on the specific product, additional steps such as esterification or salt formation may be required to achieve the final product specifications.
Production inputs
The main inputs for the production of the chemicals under HS code 291560 include various alcohols, aldehydes, and other raw materials, as well as specialized equipment and machinery for the chemical synthesis and purification processes. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or steam, are required to power the production facilities.
Production outputs
The chemicals produced under HS code 291560 are used as intermediates in the manufacturing of a wide range of products, including 300000 Pharmaceutical products, 350000 Albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes, and 380000 Miscellaneous chemical products. These acids, salts, and esters find applications in the formulation of pharmaceuticals, food additives, personal care products, and various industrial processes.
Revisions to 291560
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 291560. The most recent 1 version of this code (291560) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 291560.
Family tree for acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, their salts and esters
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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/v2022/291560'>291560: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, their salts and esters</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/v2022/291532'>291532: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; vinyl acetate</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291533'>291533: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; n-butyl acetate</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291536'>291536: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; dinoseb (ISO) acetate</a>"]
B --> N["<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 --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291540'>291540: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; mono-, di- or trichloroacetic acids, their salts and esters</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291550'>291550: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; propionic acid, its 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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