Soap and organic surface-active products; in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, not for toilet use

HS v2022 Code: 340119

About soap and organic surface-active products; in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, not for toilet use

HS code 340119 covers a wide range of soap and organic surface-active products, including bars, cakes, and molded shapes, as well as paper, wadding, felt, and nonwovens impregnated, coated, or covered with soap or detergent. These products are primarily used for industrial and commercial purposes, rather than for personal hygiene. The soap and organic surface-active industry plays a crucial role in various sectors, such as manufacturing, cleaning, and industrial processes, contributing significantly to the broader economy.

Production process

The production of soap and organic surface-active products under HS code 340119 typically involves a series of chemical processes. The key steps include the saponification of fats and oils, the addition of various surfactants and other additives, and the shaping or impregnation of the final products. Manufacturers may use a range of techniques, such as milling, extrusion, and molding, to create the desired forms and shapes of the products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of soap and organic surface-active products under HS code 340119 include various types of fats and oils, such as 151110 Palm oil, 151211 Sunflower-seed oil, and 151411 Rape or colza oil. Additionally, manufacturers may use a variety of surfactants, such as 340213 Anionic surface-active agents, 340219 Cationic surface-active agents, and 340290 Organic surface-active agents, as well as other additives like fragrances, preservatives, and coloring agents. Specialized machinery, such as mixers, extruders, and molding equipment, is also essential for the production process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the soap and organic surface-active products industry under HS code 340119 are a wide range of industrial and commercial cleaning products, including detergents, degreasers, and specialized cleaning agents. These products are often used in various manufacturing processes, as well as in the maintenance and cleaning of industrial equipment and facilities. The outputs of this industry may also be consumed by other industries, such as 340213 Anionic surface-active agents, 340219 Cationic surface-active agents, and 340290 Organic surface-active agents, which may use these products as inputs for their own production processes.

Revisions to 340119

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 340119. The most recent 1 version of this code (340119) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 340119.

Family tree for soap and organic surface-active products; in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, not for toilet use

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/34'>34: Soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3401'>3401: Soap; organic surface-active preparations used as soap, skin washing, in bars, cakes, moulded pieces, shapes, liquid or cream, containing soap or not; for retail, paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340119'>340119: Soap and organic surface-active products; in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, not for toilet use</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340111'>340111: Soap and organic surface-active products; in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, for toilet use (including medicated products)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340120'>340120: Soap; in forms n.e.c. in item no. 3401.11</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340130'>340130: Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap</a>"]

    

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