About HS Code 291619
This "not elsewhere specified" (NES) code within the 2916.1 subheading covers a diverse range of unsaturated acyclic and cyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives, provided they are not specifically classified under 2916.11 through 2916.16. This category serves as a catch-all for specialty chemicals used in niche applications across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, polymers, and fine chemicals. Importers are typically specialized chemical distributors, research and development firms, or manufacturers requiring specific intermediates. Exporters are often specialty chemical producers in technologically advanced economies. Trade in these compounds is characterized by lower volumes but higher value, with a strong emphasis on purity, custom synthesis, and intellectual property.
Products Under This Code
Sorbic acid, crotonic acid, fumaric acid, maleic anhydride, cinnamic acid, undecylenic acid, 4-pentenoic acid
Real World Examples
Eastman Chemical (sorbic acid), BASF (maleic anhydride), Arkema (undecylenic acid), various custom synthesis companies
Common Misclassification
This code is a residual category, so misclassification often occurs with more specific codes within 2916.1 (if a specific acid or derivative is listed there) or with other organic chemical codes in Chapter 29 if the compound has other functional groups. It's crucial to ensure the chemical doesn't fit a more specific heading.
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, China, and the USA are key exporters of these specialty chemicals, with global demand from industries requiring specific chemical intermediates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 291619?
HS code 291619 covers: Acids; unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic, cyclic monocarboxylic, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2916.1. This "not elsewhere specified" (NES) code within the 2916.1 subheading covers a diverse range of unsaturated acyclic and cyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives, provided they are not specifically classified under 2916.11 through 2916.16. This category serves as a catch-all for specialty chemicals used in niche applications across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, polymers, and fine chemicals. Importers are typically specialized chemical distributors, research and development firms, or manufacturers requiring specific intermediates. Exporters are often specialty chemical producers in technologically advanced economies. Trade in these compounds is characterized by lower volumes but higher value, with a strong emphasis on purity, custom synthesis, and intellectual property.
What products fall under HS code 291619?
Sorbic acid, crotonic acid, fumaric acid, maleic anhydride, cinnamic acid, undecylenic acid, 4-pentenoic acid
What are common misclassifications for HS code 291619?
This code is a residual category, so misclassification often occurs with more specific codes within 2916.1 (if a specific acid or derivative is listed there) or with other organic chemical codes in Chapter 29 if the compound has other functional groups. It's crucial to ensure the chemical doesn't fit a more specific heading.
How is HS code 291619 structured?
HS code 291619 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (16) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.