Acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, phenylacetic acid and its salts
HS v2022 Code: 291634
About acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, phenylacetic acid and its salts
HS code 291634 covers a group of aromatic monocarboxylic acids, including phenylacetic acid and its salts. These compounds play a crucial role in various industries, serving as important intermediates and building blocks for the production of a wide range of chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and other products. The global market for these aromatic acids is driven by their diverse applications and the growing demand from end-use sectors, making this industry a significant contributor to the broader chemical and manufacturing landscape.
Production process
The production of aromatic monocarboxylic acids, such as those covered under HS code 291634, typically involves chemical synthesis processes. The key steps often include the oxidation of aromatic hydrocarbons, such as toluene or xylene, to form the corresponding carboxylic acid. This can be achieved through various methods, including catalytic oxidation, electrochemical oxidation, or biological oxidation. The resulting acids are then purified and processed to obtain the desired products, which may include phenylacetic acid and its salts.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of aromatic monocarboxylic acids under HS code 291634 include aromatic hydrocarbon feedstocks, such as toluene or xylene, as well as various chemical reagents and catalysts necessary for the oxidation and purification processes. Additionally, specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and filtration systems, are essential for the efficient and controlled manufacturing of these compounds.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 291634 are aromatic monocarboxylic acids, including phenylacetic acid and its salts. These compounds find widespread applications in the production of 291521 esters, 293624 pharmaceutical preparations, and 293629 other organic compounds, among other industries. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by manufacturers within the broader 29 Organic chemicals and 30 Pharmaceutical products sectors.
Revisions to 291634
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 291634. The most recent 1 version of this code (291634) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 291634.
Older versions
Family tree for acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, phenylacetic acid and its salts
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2916'>2916: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic, cyclic monocarboxylic, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291634'>291634: Acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, phenylacetic acid and its salts</a>"]
B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291611'>291611: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acrylic acid and its salts</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291612'>291612: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of acrylic acid</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291613'>291613: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; methacrylic acid and its salts</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291614'>291614: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; esters of methacrylic acid</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291615'>291615: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291616'>291616: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic, cyclic monocarboxylic, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, binapacryl (ISO)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291619'>291619: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic, cyclic monocarboxylic, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2916.1</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291620'>291620: Acids; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291631'>291631: Acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, benzoic acid, its salts and esters</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291632'>291632: Acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, benzoyl peroxide and benzoyl chloride</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/291639'>291639: Acids; aromatic monocarboxylic acids, and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, other than benzoic acid, its salts and esters, benzoyl peroxide and benzoyl chloride, phenylacetic acid and its salts</a>"]
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