HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2914.69 – Quinones; other than anthraquinone and coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN))
HS code 2914.69 is the 6-digit subheading for quinones, other than anthraquinone and coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN)). It is used for benzoquinone, naphthoquinone, phenanthrenequinone, tolylquinone and chloranil.
What HS 2914.69 covers
This HS code encompasses a diverse range of quinones, excluding the specifically classified anthraquinone (291461) and Coenzyme Q10 (291462). These organic compounds are crucial intermediates in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. They find applications in various industrial processes, including as redox mediators, polymerization inhibitors, and in specialized chemical reactions. Major importers are typically countries with robust chemical manufacturing sectors, such as Germany, the USA, China, and India, where these quinones are processed further into higher-value products. Exporters often include nations with strong chemical industries, like China, India, and European chemical giants. Key considerations in trading these chemicals include purity specifications, handling precautions due to potential toxicity or reactivity, and compliance with environmental regulations. The market is driven by demand from downstream industries, making it a foundational component in many industrial supply chains.
- Covers
- Benzoquinone
- Naphthoquinone
- Phenanthrenequinone
- Tolylquinone
- Chloranil
- Duosemiquinone
- Tetrahydroxy-p-benzoquinone
- Examples
- Sigma-Aldrich Benzoquinone
- TCI Naphthoquinone
- Alfa Aesar Phenanthrenequinone
- Merck Chloranil
Codes often confused with 2914.69
Common mistake. This code is a "basket" for quinones not specifically listed elsewhere. It's often confused with 291461 (Anthraquinone) or 291462 (CoQ10) if the specific chemical identity is not carefully established.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 291469, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 291469 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 Netherlands $69M 36% of world exports
- 2 China $45M 23% of world exports
- 3 Japan $29M 15% of world exports
World total: $192M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $33M 17% of world imports
- 2 India $25M 13% of world imports
- 3 China $24M 12% of world imports
World total: $193M 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 2914.69 3
Brazil splits HS 2914.69 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2914.69
What is HS code 291469?
HS code 291469 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Quinones; other than anthraquinone and coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN)). This HS code encompasses a diverse range of quinones, excluding the specifically classified anthraquinone (291461) and Coenzyme Q10 (291462). These organic compounds are crucial intermediates in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. They find applications in various industrial processes, including as redox mediators, polymerization inhibitors, and in specialized chemical reactions. Major importers are typically countries with robust chemical manufacturing sectors, such as Germany, the USA, China, and India, where these quinones are processed further into higher-value products. Exporters often include nations with strong chemical industries, like China, India, and European chemical giants. Key considerations in trading these chemicals include purity specifications, handling precautions due to potential toxicity or reactivity, and compliance with environmental regulations. The market is driven by demand from downstream industries, making it a foundational component in many industrial supply chains.
What products fall under HS code 291469?
Benzoquinone, Naphthoquinone, Phenanthrenequinone, Tolylquinone, Chloranil, Duosemiquinone, Tetrahydroxy-p-benzoquinone
What are common misclassifications for HS code 291469?
This code is a "basket" for quinones not specifically listed elsewhere. It's often confused with 291461 (Anthraquinone) or 291462 (CoQ10) if the specific chemical identity is not carefully established.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 291469?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 291469 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($69M, 36% of world exports), China ($45M) and Japan ($29M). World exports came to about $192M, 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 291469?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 291469 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($33M, 17% of world imports), India ($25M) and China ($24M). World imports came to about $193M, 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 291469 structured?
HS code 291469 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 291469?
Brazil splits HS code 291469 into 3 NCM codes: 2914.69.10 (Lapachol), 2914.69.20 (Menadione), 2914.69.90 (Other quinones). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.