Sulphonamides; N-ethylperfluorooctane sulphonamide

HS code 293520 covers sulphonamides, a class of organic compounds that play a vital role in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries. Sulphonamides are widely used as antimicrobial agents, diuretics, and in the production of various other chemical products. This code encompasses a diverse range of sulphonamide compounds, including the specific compound N-ethylperfluorooctane sulphonamide, which has unique properties and applications.

The production of sulphonamides typically involves the reaction of an amine compound with a sulfonyl chloride. This process can be carried out using various synthetic methods, such as direct sulfonylation, nucleophilic substitution, or condensation reactions. The specific production techniques for N-ethylperfluorooctane sulphonamide may involve additional steps, such as the fluorination of the alkyl chain or the incorporation of the ethyl group.

The main inputs required for the production of sulphonamides under HS code 293520 include amine compounds, sulfonyl chlorides, and various solvents and reagents. Specialized equipment, such as reactors, distillation columns, and purification systems, are also necessary for the synthesis and refinement of these compounds. Additionally, the production of N-ethylperfluorooctane sulphonamide may require specific fluorination or alkylation processes, which would involve additional raw materials and equipment.

The primary outputs of the sulphonamide industry under HS code 293520 are the various sulphonamide compounds themselves, which are then used as intermediates or active ingredients in the production of pharmaceuticals, agricultural chemicals, and other specialty chemicals. Some of the other HS codes that may consume the output of this industry include 300490 Medicaments, consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale, 380892 Fungicides, and 380893 Herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators.