About HS Code 290559
This category encompasses a broad array of acyclic alcohol derivatives that have undergone halogenation, sulfonation, nitration, or nitrosation, specifically excluding ethchlorvynol. These compounds serve as crucial intermediates in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, plastics, and specialty chemicals. They are valued for their specific chemical properties, which can impart flame retardancy, solvent capabilities, or reactivity for further synthesis. Key players in this trade are large chemical corporations, pharmaceutical ingredient suppliers, and distributors catering to industrial clients. The global supply chain for these derivatives is complex, driven by demand for end products ranging from medicines to industrial coatings, requiring careful handling and adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
Products Under This Code
Chloral hydrate, Trichloroethanol, Sulfonated fatty alcohols, Nitrated propanols, Brominated butanols, Halogenated polyols, Glycidol derivatives
Real World Examples
BASF's specialty alcohols, Dow Chemical's industrial intermediates, Arkema's performance additives, Evonik's chemical building blocks
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 290551 if the specific exclusion of ethchlorvynol is missed, or with other halogenated hydrocarbons in 2903 if the alcohol function is not clearly identified.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, China, the United States, and Japan are significant exporters and importers of these diverse chemical intermediates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 290559?
HS code 290559 covers: Alcohols; acyclic; halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives thereof, other than ethchlorvynol (INN). This category encompasses a broad array of acyclic alcohol derivatives that have undergone halogenation, sulfonation, nitration, or nitrosation, specifically excluding ethchlorvynol. These compounds serve as crucial intermediates in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, plastics, and specialty chemicals. They are valued for their specific chemical properties, which can impart flame retardancy, solvent capabilities, or reactivity for further synthesis. Key players in this trade are large chemical corporations, pharmaceutical ingredient suppliers, and distributors catering to industrial clients. The global supply chain for these derivatives is complex, driven by demand for end products ranging from medicines to industrial coatings, requiring careful handling and adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
What products fall under HS code 290559?
Chloral hydrate, Trichloroethanol, Sulfonated fatty alcohols, Nitrated propanols, Brominated butanols, Halogenated polyols, Glycidol derivatives
What are common misclassifications for HS code 290559?
Often confused with 290551 if the specific exclusion of ethchlorvynol is missed, or with other halogenated hydrocarbons in 2903 if the alcohol function is not clearly identified.
How is HS code 290559 structured?
HS code 290559 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (59) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.