About HS Code 382370
This HS code covers industrial fatty alcohols, which are versatile chemical intermediates primarily derived from natural fats and oils. These compounds are essential building blocks for a wide range of products across numerous industries. Major importers and exporters include manufacturers of detergents, surfactants, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, lubricants, and plasticizers. The trade in fatty alcohols is driven by their utility as emollients, emulsifiers, thickeners, and as key intermediates in the production of other chemicals. Their renewable origin and biodegradability also contribute to their increasing demand in environmentally conscious markets.
Products Under This Code
Lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, oleyl alcohol, myristyl alcohol, coco fatty alcohol, palm fatty alcohol, behenyl alcohol
Real World Examples
BASF Fatty Alcohols, Sasol Fatty Alcohols, KLK Oleo Fatty Alcohols, Wilmar Fatty Alcohols, Emery Oleochemicals Fatty Alcohols
Common Misclassification
Frequently confused with industrial fatty acids (38231x series) due to similar origins and names, but fatty alcohols have an -OH group, while fatty acids have a -COOH group.
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.
Products Classified Under 3823.70
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
Malaysia, Indonesia, Germany, USA, and China are leading countries in the trade of industrial fatty alcohols.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 382370?
HS code 382370 covers: Industrial fatty alcohols. This HS code covers industrial fatty alcohols, which are versatile chemical intermediates primarily derived from natural fats and oils. These compounds are essential building blocks for a wide range of products across numerous industries. Major importers and exporters include manufacturers of detergents, surfactants, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, lubricants, and plasticizers. The trade in fatty alcohols is driven by their utility as emollients, emulsifiers, thickeners, and as key intermediates in the production of other chemicals. Their renewable origin and biodegradability also contribute to their increasing demand in environmentally conscious markets.
What products fall under HS code 382370?
Lauryl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, oleyl alcohol, myristyl alcohol, coco fatty alcohol, palm fatty alcohol, behenyl alcohol
What are common misclassifications for HS code 382370?
Frequently confused with industrial fatty acids (38231x series) due to similar origins and names, but fatty alcohols have an -OH group, while fatty acids have a -COOH group.
How is HS code 382370 structured?
HS code 382370 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (38) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (23) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (70) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.