Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; glutamic acid and its esters; salts thereof

HS v2022 Code: 292242

About amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; glutamic acid and its esters; salts thereof

HS code 292242 covers a range of amino acids and their derivatives, which are essential building blocks for various industries, including pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and personal care products. These compounds play a crucial role in the production of a wide array of goods, making them an integral part of the global economy. Their versatility and importance in numerous applications underscore the significance of this industry within the broader trade landscape.

Production process

The production of the compounds covered under HS code 292242 typically involves chemical synthesis processes. This may include fermentation, enzymatic reactions, or organic synthesis techniques, depending on the specific amino acid or ester being produced. The key steps often involve the isolation and purification of the desired compounds from complex mixtures, as well as the optimization of reaction conditions to ensure high yields and purity.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the compounds under HS code 292242 include various raw materials, such as 290511 methanol, 290512 propan-1-ol, and 290513 propan-2-ol, which serve as precursors for the synthesis of the amino acids and their esters. Additionally, specialized equipment, such as fermentation tanks, distillation columns, and chromatography systems, are essential for the efficient production and purification of these compounds.

Production outputs

The compounds covered under HS code 292242 are widely used as intermediates and building blocks in the production of a diverse range of products. They find applications in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients, as well as in the food and beverage industry for the formulation of flavor enhancers and nutritional supplements. These amino acids and their esters may also be used in the personal care industry for the development of cosmetic and skincare products. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by manufacturers under 300 Pharmaceutical products, 210 Miscellaneous edible preparations, and 330 Cosmetic and toiletry preparations.

Revisions to 292242

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 292242. The most recent 1 version of this code (292242) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 292242.

Family tree for amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; glutamic acid and its esters; salts thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/29'>29: Organic chemicals</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2922'>2922: Oxygen-function amino-compounds</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292242'>292242: Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; glutamic acid and its esters; salts thereof</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292211'>292211: Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof, monoethanolamine and its salts</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292212'>292212: Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof, diethanolamine and its salts</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292214'>292214: Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof; dextropropoxyphene (INN) and its salts</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292215'>292215: Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof, triethanolamine</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292216'>292216: Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof, Diethanolammonium perfluorooctane sulphonate</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292217'>292217: Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof, Methyldiethanolamine and ethyldiethanolamine</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292218'>292218: Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof, 2-(N,N- Diisopropylamino)ethanol</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292219'>292219: Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their ethers and esters; salts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 2922.1</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292221'>292221: Amino-naphthols and other amino-phenols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof, aminohydroxynaphthalenesulphonic acids and their salts</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292229'>292229: Amino-naphthols and other amino-phenols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their ethers and esters; salts thereof n.e.c. in item no. 2922.2</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292231'>292231: Amino-aldehydes, amino-ketones and amino-quinones; other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, salts thereof</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292239'>292239: Amino-aldehydes, amino-ketones and amino-quinones; other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; salts thereof, excluding amfepramone (INN), methadone (INN), and normethadone (INN) and salts thereof</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292241'>292241: Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; lysine and its esters; salts thereof</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292243'>292243: Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; anthranilic acid and its esters; salts thereof</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292244'>292244: Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; tilidine (INN) and its esters; salts thereof</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292249'>292249: Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their esters; salts thereof, excluding lysine, glutamic acid, anthranalic acid and tilidine, their esters and salts thereof</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/292250'>292250: Amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function</a>"]

    

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