HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2907.22 – Polyphenols; hydroquinone (quinol) and its salts
HS code 2907.22 is the 6-digit subheading for polyphenols, hydroquinone (quinol) and its salts. It is used for hydroquinone, hydroquinone monomethyl ether, hydroquinone diacetate, hydroquinone derivatives and photographic grade hydroquinone.
What HS 2907.22 covers
This HS code is dedicated to hydroquinone (also known as quinol) and its salts, a crucial polyphenol with diverse industrial applications. Hydroquinone is widely utilized as an antioxidant, a polymerization inhibitor in the plastics industry, and a reducing agent in photographic developers. It also finds use in cosmetics (skin lightening agents, though regulated), rubber processing, and as an intermediate in dye and pharmaceutical synthesis. Its international trade is driven by the demand from these varied sectors, with chemical manufacturers and distributors serving as key importers and exporters. Purity and specific grades (e.g., photographic grade) are important considerations in trade, reflecting its specialized uses across different industries.
- Covers
- Hydroquinone
- Hydroquinone monomethyl ether
- Hydroquinone diacetate
- Hydroquinone derivatives
- Photographic grade hydroquinone
- Quinol
- Examples
- Eastman Chemical (hydroquinone)
- Mitsui Chemicals (hydroquinone)
- Solvay (hydroquinone derivatives)
- Sinopec (hydroquinone)
Codes often confused with 2907.22
Common mistake. Confusion can arise with other polyphenols such as resorcinol (290721) or catechol, especially if the product is a mixture or a less common derivative, requiring careful chemical identification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 290722, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 290722 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 21% 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 France $36M 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $32M 23% of world exports
- 3 China $32M 22% of world exports
World total: $144M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $38M 21% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $17M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 China $17M 9.1% of world imports
World total: $182M 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 code for 2907.22
Brazil does not split HS 2907.22: its NCM code is 2907.22.00.
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 2907.22
What is HS code 290722?
HS code 290722 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Polyphenols; hydroquinone (quinol) and its salts. This HS code is dedicated to hydroquinone (also known as quinol) and its salts, a crucial polyphenol with diverse industrial applications. Hydroquinone is widely utilized as an antioxidant, a polymerization inhibitor in the plastics industry, and a reducing agent in photographic developers. It also finds use in cosmetics (skin lightening agents, though regulated), rubber processing, and as an intermediate in dye and pharmaceutical synthesis. Its international trade is driven by the demand from these varied sectors, with chemical manufacturers and distributors serving as key importers and exporters. Purity and specific grades (e.g., photographic grade) are important considerations in trade, reflecting its specialized uses across different industries.
What products fall under HS code 290722?
Hydroquinone, Hydroquinone monomethyl ether, Hydroquinone diacetate, Hydroquinone derivatives, Photographic grade hydroquinone, Quinol
What are common misclassifications for HS code 290722?
Confusion can arise with other polyphenols such as resorcinol (290721) or catechol, especially if the product is a mixture or a less common derivative, requiring careful chemical identification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 290722?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 290722 in UN Comtrade data were France ($36M, 25% of world exports), the United States ($32M) and China ($32M). World exports came to about $144M, 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 290722?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 290722 in UN Comtrade data were India ($38M, 21% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($17M) and China ($17M). World imports came to about $182M, 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 290722 structured?
HS code 290722 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 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 290722?
In Brazil, HS code 290722 is NCM 2907.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.