About HS Code 293329
This 'other' category encompasses a wide array of heterocyclic compounds containing only nitrogen hetero-atoms and an unfused imidazole ring, excluding hydantoin and its derivatives. These compounds are critically important across multiple industries, serving as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemical intermediates, corrosion inhibitors, and components in dyes and pigments. The imidazole ring is a common structural motif in many biologically active molecules. Key players in their trade include specialized chemical manufacturers, pharmaceutical giants, and agricultural chemical companies, dealing in both bulk raw materials and refined intermediates for further synthesis. Their diverse applications make them essential in modern chemical and pharmaceutical production.
Products Under This Code
Metronidazole, Cimetidine, Clotrimazole, Omeprazole, Histamine, Benzimidazole, Miconazole
Real World Examples
Flagyl (Metronidazole), Tagamet (Cimetidine), Lotrimin (Clotrimazole), Prilosec (Omeprazole), specific research-grade imidazole derivatives
Common Misclassification
Often confused with other nitrogen heterocyclics (e.g., 293399) or even other drug categories (e.g., 3004), but the presence of the unfused imidazole ring is the distinguishing feature.
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Major pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing hubs like China, India, Germany, and the USA are primary traders of these diverse imidazole derivatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 293329?
HS code 293329 covers: Heterocyclic compounds; with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, containing an unfused imidazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, other than hydantoin and its derivatives. This 'other' category encompasses a wide array of heterocyclic compounds containing only nitrogen hetero-atoms and an unfused imidazole ring, excluding hydantoin and its derivatives. These compounds are critically important across multiple industries, serving as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemical intermediates, corrosion inhibitors, and components in dyes and pigments. The imidazole ring is a common structural motif in many biologically active molecules. Key players in their trade include specialized chemical manufacturers, pharmaceutical giants, and agricultural chemical companies, dealing in both bulk raw materials and refined intermediates for further synthesis. Their diverse applications make them essential in modern chemical and pharmaceutical production.
What products fall under HS code 293329?
Metronidazole, Cimetidine, Clotrimazole, Omeprazole, Histamine, Benzimidazole, Miconazole
What are common misclassifications for HS code 293329?
Often confused with other nitrogen heterocyclics (e.g., 293399) or even other drug categories (e.g., 3004), but the presence of the unfused imidazole ring is the distinguishing feature.
How is HS code 293329 structured?
HS code 293329 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (33) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.