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

HS v2022 Code: 340290

About 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

HS code 340290 covers a wide range of washing and cleaning preparations, including surface-active agents and auxiliary washing products that are not intended for retail sale. These products play a crucial role in various industries, from commercial and institutional cleaning to textile processing and metal fabrication. The global market for these specialized cleaning solutions continues to grow, driven by increasing demand for effective and environmentally-friendly cleaning products across diverse sectors.

Production process

The production of HS 340290 items typically involves the blending and formulation of various chemical compounds, surfactants, and other additives. Manufacturers may use processes such as mixing, emulsification, and homogenization to create the desired cleaning and surface-active properties. Quality control measures, such as testing for pH, viscosity, and performance characteristics, are essential to ensure the products meet industry standards and customer requirements.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the HS 340290 industry include a range of raw materials, such as surfactants, solvents, builders, and other specialty chemicals. Manufacturers may also require specialized equipment, such as mixing tanks, homogenizers, and packaging machinery, to produce and package the final products. Additionally, access to reliable supply chains and distribution networks is crucial for this industry to meet the diverse needs of its commercial and industrial customers.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the HS 340290 industry are a wide variety of cleaning and washing preparations, including detergents, degreasers, and other surface-active agents. These products are often used in 340311 Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, 340319 Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in forms not elsewhere specified or included, and 340391 (Organic surface-active agents (excluding soap)) industries, as well as in various manufacturing and processing sectors that require effective cleaning solutions.

Revisions to 340290

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 340290. The most recent 1 version of this code (340290) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 340290.

Family tree for 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

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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/v2022/340290'>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>"]

    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/v2022/340241'>340241: Organic surface-active agents; cationic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> G["<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 --> H["<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 --> I["<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>"]

    

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