Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers; with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; oxirane (ethylene oxide)

HS code 291010 covers: Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers; with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; oxirane (ethylene oxide). This HS code covers oxirane, commonly known as ethylene oxide, a crucial organic chemical intermediate in international trade. It's a highly reactive and flammable gas, primarily used to produce ethylene glycol, which is essential for antifreeze, polyester fibers, and PET plastics. Major chemical companies like Dow, BASF, and SABIC are key players in its production and trade, exporting large volumes globally. Importers are typically manufacturers of downstream products, especially in textile, automotive, and packaging industries. Due to its hazardous nature, trade involves strict safety regulations and specialized transport. Understanding its derivatives is key to tracking its global flow and market dynamics, as it underpins a vast array of consumer and industrial goods.

Ethylene glycol, polyethylene glycols, ethanolamines, glycol ethers, ethoxylates, surfactants, polyether polyols

This code can be confused with other cyclic ethers (e.g., 2932.99) if the specific three-membered epoxide ring structure is not accurately identified. It's distinct from its derivatives like ethylene glycol (2905.31).

HS code 291010 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.