Anionic organic surface-active agents (other than soap); other than linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts, whether or not put up for retail sale

HS v2022 Code: 340239

About anionic organic surface-active agents (other than soap); other than linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts, whether or not put up for retail sale

HS code 340239 covers a diverse range of anionic organic surface-active agents, excluding linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts. These surface-active agents play a crucial role in various industries, including detergents, personal care products, and industrial cleaning applications. They are valued for their ability to lower the surface tension of liquids, enabling improved wetting, emulsification, and cleaning properties. The global market for these specialty chemicals is driven by the growing demand for effective and environmentally-friendly cleaning solutions across both consumer and industrial sectors.

Production process

Anionic organic surface-active agents within the 340239 classification are typically produced through a multi-step chemical synthesis process. The key steps often involve the sulfonation or sulfation of organic compounds, such as fatty alcohols or alkylphenols, to create the desired anionic surfactant. The resulting products may then undergo further purification, blending, or formulation to meet the specific requirements of various applications.

Production inputs

The production of anionic organic surface-active agents under HS code 340239 requires a range of raw materials, including various organic compounds, sulfur-containing reagents, and specialized processing equipment. Common inputs include fatty alcohols, alkylphenols, sulfuric acid, and other chemicals used in the sulfonation or sulfation reactions. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized reactors, mixing equipment, and purification systems to ensure the quality and consistency of the final products.

Production outputs

The anionic organic surface-active agents classified under HS code 340239 are primarily used as key ingredients in a wide range of cleaning and personal care products. These include detergents, shampoos, hand washes, and industrial cleaners. The output from this industry may also be consumed by 340219 Anionic organic surface-active agents, including soap, 340290 (Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 34.01), and other related HS codes within the broader surface-active agent and cleaning product categories.

Revisions to 340239

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 340239. The most recent 1 version of this code (340239) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 340239.

Family tree for anionic organic surface-active agents (other than soap); other than linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts, whether or not put up for retail sale

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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/v2022/3402'>3402: Organic surface-active agents (not soap); surface-active, washing (including auxiliary washing) and cleaning preparations, containing soap or not, excluding those of heading no. 3401</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340239'>340239: Anionic organic surface-active agents (other than soap); other than linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts, whether or not put up for retail sale</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340231'>340231: Anionic organic surface-active agents (other than soap); linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts, whether or not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340241'>340241: Organic surface-active agents; cationic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340242'>340242: Organic surface-active agents; non-ionic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340249'>340249: Organic surface-active agents; whether or not put up for retail sale, n.e.c. in item no. 3402</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340250'>340250: Washing and cleaning preparations; powders, flakes and granules, surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/340290'>340290: Washing and cleaning preparations; surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), including auxiliary washing preparations, not for retail sale</a>"]

    

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