Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters
HS v2022 Code: 291570
About acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters
HS code 291570 covers a group of saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, including the widely used palmitic acid and stearic acid, as well as their salts and esters. These compounds are essential building blocks in the production of a diverse range of products, from personal care items to industrial lubricants. Their importance spans various industries, making them a crucial component of the global economy.
Production process
The primary production method for these acids involves the hydrolysis of fats and oils, typically from plant or animal sources. The raw materials are heated and treated with an acid or base catalyst to break down the triglycerides, releasing the constituent fatty acids. Further purification and separation steps are then employed to isolate the desired palmitic and stearic acids.
Production inputs
The main inputs for the production of HS code 291570 products include various plant and animal-based oils and fats, such as palm oil, tallow, and coconut oil. Additionally, chemical catalysts, energy sources, and specialized processing equipment are required to facilitate the hydrolysis and purification processes.
Production outputs
The outputs of this industry are the saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, palmitic acid and stearic acid, as well as their salts and esters. These compounds find widespread use in the manufacture of 340600 Candles, tapers and the like, 340520 Polishes and creams, for footwear, furniture, floors, coachwork, glass or metal, 382490 (Chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries (including those consisting of mixtures of natural products), not elsewhere specified or included), and 382360 Organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared paint or varnish removers, among other applications.
Revisions to 291570
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 291570. The most recent 1 version of this code (291570) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 291570.
Family tree for acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; palmitic acid, stearic acid, 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/v2022/291570'>291570: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; palmitic acid, stearic acid, 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/v2022/291560'>291560: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, 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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