HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2907.15 – Monophenols; naphthols and their salts
HS code 2907.15 is the 6-digit subheading for monophenols, naphthols and their salts. It is used for alpha-naphthol, beta-naphthol, 1-Naphthol, 2-Naphthol and sodium naphthoxide.
What HS 2907.15 covers
This HS code covers naphthols and their salts, including alpha-naphthol and beta-naphthol. Naphthols are crucial aromatic compounds that serve as important intermediates in the dye and pigment industry, providing vibrant colors for textiles and other materials. Beyond dyes, they are also utilized in the production of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and rubber chemicals. These are specialized fine chemicals, traded by manufacturers and suppliers catering to industrial users. The purity and specific isomer (1-naphthol vs. 2-naphthol) are critical for their intended applications. Understanding the downstream industries and their demand cycles is key for traders in this segment, as is adherence to quality standards for colorants and active ingredients.
- Covers
- Alpha-naphthol
- Beta-naphthol
- 1-Naphthol
- 2-Naphthol
- Sodium naphthoxide
- Naphthol AS (derived)
- Naphthylamine (derived)
- Examples
- BASF (dye intermediates)
- Clariant (pigment precursors)
- Sigma-Aldrich (research chemicals)
- Merck KGaA
- TCI Chemicals
Codes often confused with 2907.15
Common mistake. Can be confused with 2907.29 (other polyphenols) if it contains multiple hydroxyl groups, or 2908.19 (other halogenated derivatives of phenols) if it's a halogenated derivative.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 290715, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 290715 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 79% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 61% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $54M 79% of world exports
- 2 India $11M 16% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $2.0M 2.9% of world exports
World total: $68M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $48M 61% of world imports
- 2 Japan $11M 14% of world imports
- 3 United States $5.9M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $79M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 2907.15 2
Brazil splits HS 2907.15 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2907.15.10 beta-Naphthol and its saltsbeta-Naftol e seus sais
- 2907.15.90 Other naphthols and their saltsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2907.15
What is HS code 290715?
HS code 290715 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Monophenols; naphthols and their salts. This HS code covers naphthols and their salts, including alpha-naphthol and beta-naphthol. Naphthols are crucial aromatic compounds that serve as important intermediates in the dye and pigment industry, providing vibrant colors for textiles and other materials. Beyond dyes, they are also utilized in the production of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and rubber chemicals. These are specialized fine chemicals, traded by manufacturers and suppliers catering to industrial users. The purity and specific isomer (1-naphthol vs. 2-naphthol) are critical for their intended applications. Understanding the downstream industries and their demand cycles is key for traders in this segment, as is adherence to quality standards for colorants and active ingredients.
What products fall under HS code 290715?
Alpha-naphthol, Beta-naphthol, 1-Naphthol, 2-Naphthol, Sodium naphthoxide, Naphthol AS (derived), Naphthylamine (derived)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 290715?
Can be confused with 2907.29 (other polyphenols) if it contains multiple hydroxyl groups, or 2908.19 (other halogenated derivatives of phenols) if it's a halogenated derivative.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 290715?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 290715 in UN Comtrade data were China ($54M, 79% of world exports), India ($11M) and the Netherlands ($2.0M). World exports came to about $68M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 290715?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 290715 in UN Comtrade data were India ($48M, 61% of world imports), Japan ($11M) and the United States ($5.9M). World imports came to about $79M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 290715 structured?
HS code 290715 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (15) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 290715?
Brazil splits HS code 290715 into 2 NCM codes: 2907.15.10 (beta-Naphthol and its salts), 2907.15.90 (Other naphthols and their salts). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.