HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2915.24 – Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic anhydride
HS code 2915.24 is the 6-digit subheading for acids, saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, acetic anhydride. It is used for acetic anhydride technical grade, pharmaceutical grade acetic anhydride, cellulose acetate grade acetic anhydride and reagent grade acetic anhydride.
What HS 2915.24 covers
This HS code specifically covers acetic anhydride, a key chemical intermediate derived from acetic acid. It is primarily used in the production of cellulose acetate, a material vital for manufacturing cigarette filters, photographic film, and textile fibers. Acetic anhydride also plays a crucial role in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid), and in the production of dyes, perfumes, and explosives. Its strong acetylating properties make it indispensable in organic synthesis. Major importers are typically countries with significant textile, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing industries, such as China, India, the USA, and European nations. Exporters often include countries with large petrochemical complexes and advanced chemical production capabilities, like China, the USA, and Germany. Key considerations for trade involve its corrosive and reactive nature, requiring specialized handling and storage, and its status as a precursor for controlled substances in some regions, necessitating strict regulatory compliance. Its demand is closely linked to the growth of downstream industries.
- Covers
- Acetic anhydride technical grade
- Pharmaceutical grade acetic anhydride
- Cellulose acetate grade acetic anhydride
- Reagent grade acetic anhydride
- Examples
- Celanese Acetic Anhydride
- Eastman Acetic Anhydride
- BP Acetic Anhydride
- Daicel Acetic Anhydride
Codes often confused with 2915.24
Common mistake. This code is specific to acetic anhydride. Acetic acid itself is 291521, and other acetic acid derivatives (salts/esters) are in 291529. Misclassification can occur if the specific chemical structure is not correctly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 291524, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 291524 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 United States $55M 26% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $44M 21% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $39M 19% of world exports
World total: $211M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $74M 21% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $65M 19% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $43M 13% of world imports
World total: $343M 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 2915.24
Brazil does not split HS 2915.24: its NCM code is 2915.24.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
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.
Questions about HS 2915.24
What is HS code 291524?
HS code 291524 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic anhydride. This HS code specifically covers acetic anhydride, a key chemical intermediate derived from acetic acid. It is primarily used in the production of cellulose acetate, a material vital for manufacturing cigarette filters, photographic film, and textile fibers. Acetic anhydride also plays a crucial role in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid), and in the production of dyes, perfumes, and explosives. Its strong acetylating properties make it indispensable in organic synthesis. Major importers are typically countries with significant textile, pharmaceutical, and chemical manufacturing industries, such as China, India, the USA, and European nations. Exporters often include countries with large petrochemical complexes and advanced chemical production capabilities, like China, the USA, and Germany. Key considerations for trade involve its corrosive and reactive nature, requiring specialized handling and storage, and its status as a precursor for controlled substances in some regions, necessitating strict regulatory compliance. Its demand is closely linked to the growth of downstream industries.
What products fall under HS code 291524?
Acetic anhydride technical grade, Pharmaceutical grade acetic anhydride, Cellulose acetate grade acetic anhydride, Reagent grade acetic anhydride
What are common misclassifications for HS code 291524?
This code is specific to acetic anhydride. Acetic acid itself is 291521, and other acetic acid derivatives (salts/esters) are in 291529. Misclassification can occur if the specific chemical structure is not correctly identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 291524?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 291524 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($55M, 26% of world exports), Belgium ($44M) and the Netherlands ($39M). World exports came to about $211M, 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 291524?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 291524 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($74M, 21% of world imports), the Netherlands ($65M) and Belgium ($43M). World imports came to about $343M, 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 291524 structured?
HS code 291524 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (24) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 291524?
In Brazil, HS code 291524 is NCM 2915.24.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.