Cellulose and its chemical derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 3912, in primary forms

HS v2022 Code: 391290

About cellulose and its chemical derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 3912, in primary forms

HS code 391290 covers a diverse range of cellulose-based products and their chemical derivatives. These materials play a crucial role in various industries, from textiles and paper manufacturing to pharmaceuticals and construction. As a versatile group of compounds, cellulose and its derivatives find applications across a wide spectrum of the global economy, making this code an important component of international trade and industrial development.

Production process

The production of cellulose and its chemical derivatives typically involves a series of chemical and mechanical processes. Key steps may include the extraction and purification of cellulose from plant-based raw materials, such as wood pulp or cotton linters, followed by various modification and derivatization techniques. These can include esterification, etherification, and other chemical reactions to produce a diverse range of cellulose-based products with tailored properties and functionalities.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of cellulose and its derivatives include plant-based raw materials, such as wood pulp, cotton linters, and other cellulosic sources. Additionally, various chemical reagents, catalysts, and processing equipment are required to facilitate the necessary chemical reactions and transformations. The availability and quality of these inputs play a significant role in determining the characteristics and performance of the final cellulose-based products.

Production outputs

The outputs of HS code 391290 encompass a wide range of cellulose-based materials, including cellulose esters, cellulose ethers, and other chemical derivatives. These products find applications in 470000 Pulp, paper and paperboard industries, 540000 Textiles and textile articles, 300000 Pharmaceutical products, 680000 Articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials, and numerous other sectors. The versatility and adaptability of cellulose-based materials make them essential components in the global supply chain.

Revisions to 391290

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 391290. The most recent 1 version of this code (391290) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 391290.

Family tree for cellulose and its chemical derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 3912, in primary forms

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/39'>39: Plastics and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3912'>3912: Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, n.e.c. or included, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391290'>391290: Cellulose and its chemical derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 3912, in primary forms</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391211'>391211: Cellulose acetates; non-plasticised, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391212'>391212: Cellulose acetates; plasticised, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391220'>391220: Cellulose nitrates (including collodions); in primary forms</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391231'>391231: Cellulose ethers; carboxymethylcellulose and its salts, in primary forms</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/391239'>391239: Cellulose ethers; (other than carboxymethylcellulose and its salts), in primary forms</a>"]

    

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