HS Code Subheading

Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; alachlor (ISO) and its salts

2924.25 Subheading
Section VI — Products of the chemical or allied industries

About HS Code 292425

This HS code encompasses cyclic amides and cyclic carbamates, along with their derivatives, including the herbicide alachlor and its salts. These compounds are vital building blocks in the chemical industry, serving as intermediates for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. Key players in this trade include large chemical manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and agricultural firms that either produce these compounds or use them in their formulations. International trade in these chemicals is driven by demand for new drugs, crop protection agents, and advanced materials, with a strong emphasis on purity, regulatory compliance, and specific isomeric forms for their intended applications.

Products Under This Code

Alachlor, Carbaryl, Piracetam, Caprolactam, Oxcarbazepine, Carbamazepine, Povidone

Real World Examples

Monsanto (for Alachlor), UCB Pharma (for Piracetam), BASF (for Caprolactam derivatives), Lonza, Merck KGaA

Common Misclassification

This code can be confused with other organic nitrogen compounds, such as acyclic amides (2924.19), or specific pharmaceutical preparations (Chapter 30) if the product is already formulated into a medicine.

Products Classified Under 2924.25

Industry

This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.

Trade Overview

Major producers and consumers of these cyclic amides and carbamates include China, India, Germany, and the USA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 292425?

HS code 292425 covers: Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; alachlor (ISO) and its salts. This HS code encompasses cyclic amides and cyclic carbamates, along with their derivatives, including the herbicide alachlor and its salts. These compounds are vital building blocks in the chemical industry, serving as intermediates for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. Key players in this trade include large chemical manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and agricultural firms that either produce these compounds or use them in their formulations. International trade in these chemicals is driven by demand for new drugs, crop protection agents, and advanced materials, with a strong emphasis on purity, regulatory compliance, and specific isomeric forms for their intended applications.

What products fall under HS code 292425?

Alachlor, Carbaryl, Piracetam, Caprolactam, Oxcarbazepine, Carbamazepine, Povidone

What are common misclassifications for HS code 292425?

This code can be confused with other organic nitrogen compounds, such as acyclic amides (2924.19), or specific pharmaceutical preparations (Chapter 30) if the product is already formulated into a medicine.

How is HS code 292425 structured?

HS code 292425 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (24) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (25) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.