HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2922.15 – Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof, triethanolamine
HS code 2922.15 is the 6-digit subheading for amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their ethers and esters, salts thereof, triethanolamine. It is used for triethanolamine, TEA, 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriethanol, trolamine and tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine.
What HS 2922.15 covers
Triethanolamine (TEA) is a widely traded chemical compound, essential across numerous industries due to its versatility as an emulsifier, pH adjuster, and dispersing agent. It is a key ingredient in the formulation of cosmetics and personal care products, including lotions, creams, shampoos, and sunscreens, where it helps to stabilize emulsions and adjust acidity. Beyond personal care, TEA is extensively used in the production of detergents, cleaning agents, and textile finishing agents. It also finds application in the cement industry as a grinding aid, in the rubber industry, and as a corrosion inhibitor. Major importers and exporters include countries with robust chemical manufacturing sectors, significant cosmetic and personal care product industries, and large construction markets. Key considerations for traders involve understanding its various grades (e.g., 85% or 99% purity) and its regulatory status in certain applications, particularly in cosmetics, where concentration limits may apply.
- Covers
- Triethanolamine
- TEA
- 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriethanol
- Trolamine
- Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine
- Nitrilotrisethanol
- Trihydroxytriethylamine
- Examples
- Dow Chemical's TEA
- BASF's Triethanolamine
- Huntsman's JEFFAMINE TEA
Codes often confused with 2922.15
Common mistake. This code is often confused with monoethanolamine (292211) or diethanolamine (292212) due to their shared chemical family and similar industrial roles, but TEA specifically refers to the tri-substituted form.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 292215, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 292215 in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 9.1% 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 Saudi Arabia $83M 36% of world exports
- 2 United States $57M 25% of world exports
- 3 Germany $21M 8.9% of world exports
World total: $231M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Spain $23M 9.1% of world imports
- 2 China $22M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 India $20M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $248M 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 2922.15
Brazil does not split HS 2922.15: its NCM code is 2922.15.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.22 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2922.15
What is HS code 292215?
HS code 292215 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof, triethanolamine. Triethanolamine (TEA) is a widely traded chemical compound, essential across numerous industries due to its versatility as an emulsifier, pH adjuster, and dispersing agent. It is a key ingredient in the formulation of cosmetics and personal care products, including lotions, creams, shampoos, and sunscreens, where it helps to stabilize emulsions and adjust acidity. Beyond personal care, TEA is extensively used in the production of detergents, cleaning agents, and textile finishing agents. It also finds application in the cement industry as a grinding aid, in the rubber industry, and as a corrosion inhibitor. Major importers and exporters include countries with robust chemical manufacturing sectors, significant cosmetic and personal care product industries, and large construction markets. Key considerations for traders involve understanding its various grades (e.g., 85% or 99% purity) and its regulatory status in certain applications, particularly in cosmetics, where concentration limits may apply.
What products fall under HS code 292215?
Triethanolamine, TEA, 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriethanol, Trolamine, Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine, Nitrilotrisethanol, Trihydroxytriethylamine
What are common misclassifications for HS code 292215?
This code is often confused with monoethanolamine (292211) or diethanolamine (292212) due to their shared chemical family and similar industrial roles, but TEA specifically refers to the tri-substituted form.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 292215?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 292215 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($83M, 36% of world exports), the United States ($57M) and Germany ($21M). World exports came to about $231M, 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 292215?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 292215 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($23M, 9.1% of world imports), China ($22M) and India ($20M). World imports came to about $248M, 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 292215 structured?
HS code 292215 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (22) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (15) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 292215?
In Brazil, HS code 292215 is NCM 2922.15.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.