Product classification
HS code for Acetic acid salts: 2915.29
Acids, saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, acetic acid and its salts n.e.c. in item no. 2915.2.
Classification of acetic acid salts under HS 2915.29
Acetic acid salts are ionic compounds formed when the acidic hydrogen of the carboxyl group in acetic acid is replaced by a metal ion or an ammonium ion. These compounds are classified under HS code 291529. This code falls within Chapter 29, which covers organic chemicals, and specifically under heading 2915, designated for saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their derivatives. The subheading 291529 is for "Acetic acid and its salts n.e.c. in item no. 2915.2." While 291521 is reserved for acetic acid itself, 291529 serves as the residual category for various salts of acetic acid that do not have a more specific, dedicated subheading. This classification accurately reflects their chemical nature as ionic derivatives of acetic acid.
- Covers
- Sodium acetate
- Potassium acetate
- Calcium acetate
- Ammonium acetate
- Zinc acetate
- Lead acetate
- Magnesium acetate
- Also under 2915.29
- Celanese Vinyl Acetate Monomer
- Eastman Ethyl Acetate
- Merck Sodium Acetate
- BASF Butyl Acetate
- Wacker VAM
Codes often confused with 2915.29
Common mistake. Acetic acid salts (291529) are often confused with the parent acid or its esters. HS code 291521 is specifically for "Acetic acid," which is the free carboxylic acid, not its ionic salt derivatives. Salts possess distinct chemical properties and applications compared to the acid. Another common misclassification involves HS code 291539, which covers "Esters of acetic acid n.e.c. in item no. 2915.3." Esters are covalent organic compounds formed from an acid and an alcohol, whereas salts are ionic compounds. These are fundamentally different chemical classes and require distinct HS classifications. Careful identification of the chemical structure and bonding type is essential for accurate classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 291529 (the code used for acetic acid salts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 291529 (the code used for acetic acid salts) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 20% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 291529, not only acetic acid salts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $148M 36% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $73M 18% of world exports
- 3 Germany $45M 11% of world exports
World total: $408M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $99M 20% of world imports
- 2 United States $61M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $32M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $498M 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 codes for acetic acid salts
Brazil splits HS 2915.29 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 2915.29.10Sodium acetate
- 2915.29.20Cobalt acetates
- 2915.29.90Other salts of acetic acid
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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.
Questions about acetic acid salts
What is the HS code for Acetic acid salts?
The HS code for Acetic acid salts is 291529 (Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic acid and its salts n.e.c. in item no. 2915.2). The HS code for Acetic acid salts is 291529. This code is designated for salts of acetic acid that are not specifically classified under other more detailed subheadings within the broader category of saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their derivatives.
How do I classify Acetic acid salts for customs?
Acetic acid salts is classified under HS code 291529 — Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; acetic acid and its salts n.e.c. in item no. 2915.2. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What are the typical uses of Acetic acid salts in various industries?
Acetic acid salts find diverse applications across multiple industries. For instance, sodium acetate is widely used as a food additive (e.g., as a seasoning or buffering agent), in heating pads, and in the textile industry as a mordant. Calcium acetate is used in pharmaceuticals and as a food additive. Ammonium acetate is employed in dyeing textiles and as a diuretic. Generally, these salts serve as buffering agents, chemical reagents, and in various specialized industrial processes.
Which countries are the top exporters of acetic acid salts (HS 291529)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 291529 (the code used for acetic acid salts) in UN Comtrade data were China ($148M, 36% of world exports), the Netherlands ($73M) and Germany ($45M). World exports came to about $408M, 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 acetic acid salts (HS 291529)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 291529 (the code used for acetic acid salts) in UN Comtrade data were India ($99M, 20% of world imports), the United States ($61M) and Germany ($32M). World imports came to about $498M, 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.
Is the HS code for Acetic acid salts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 291529 for Acetic acid salts is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for acetic acid salts in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 291529 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for acetic acid salts depends on the product's details: 2915.29.10 (Sodium acetate), 2915.29.20 (Cobalt acetates), 2915.29.90 (Other salts of acetic acid).