Organic surface-active agents; cationic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale

HS v2022 Code: 340241

About organic surface-active agents; cationic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale

HS code 340241 covers a crucial segment of the chemical industry, dealing with organic surface-active agents of a cationic nature. These specialized compounds play a vital role in a wide range of applications, from personal care products to industrial processes. As a key component in the broader chemical and manufacturing sectors, this industry contributes significantly to the global economy.

Production process

The production of organic cationic surface-active agents typically involves a multi-step process. It often begins with the synthesis of the base compound, which is then further refined and processed to achieve the desired properties and purity levels. Techniques such as distillation, extraction, and chemical modification are commonly employed to ensure the final product meets industry standards and customer requirements.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of HS code 340241 products include a variety of organic chemicals, such as fatty alcohols, amines, and quaternary ammonium compounds. Additionally, specialized equipment and machinery, as well as energy sources, are essential for the efficient and safe manufacturing of these surface-active agents.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the organic cationic surface-active agents, which find applications in a diverse range of industries. These compounds are commonly used in 340219 (Organic surface-active agents (other than soap)) and 340290 Washing and cleaning preparations, including auxiliary washing preparations and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, put up for retail sale, as well as in the production of 340311 Organic surface-active agents, for retail sale and 340319 Organic surface-active agents, not for retail sale.

Revisions to 340241

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 340241. The most recent 1 version of this code (340241) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 340241.

Family tree for organic surface-active agents; cationic (other than soap), 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/v2022/340241'>340241: Organic surface-active agents; cationic (other than soap), 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/v2022/340239'>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 --> 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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