HS Code for Aniline

Aniline, an organic compound with the formula C₆H₅NH₂, is classified under Harmonized System (HS) code 292141. This classification is highly specific and appropriate because the HS description for this subheading explicitly names "aniline and its salts" within the broader category of "aromatic monoamines and their derivatives." Aniline is a primary aromatic amine, serving as a foundational building block in the chemical industry. It is extensively used in the production of polyurethanes, dyes, pharmaceuticals, rubber processing chemicals, and agricultural chemicals. Its direct mention in the HS code reflects its significant industrial importance and distinct chemical identity as a fundamental aromatic amine.

Products Included

• Aniline (aminobenzene)
• Aniline hydrochloride
• Aniline sulfate
• Other simple salts of aniline

Common Misclassification

Aniline is often confused with its derivatives or other aromatic amines. A common misclassification involves HS 292142, which covers "Aniline derivatives; other than aniline and its salts." This code is for compounds structurally related to aniline but with additional substituents, such as N-methylaniline or N,N-dimethylaniline, which are distinct from aniline itself. Aniline (292141) is the base compound, while 292142 covers its modified forms. Another related code is HS 292149, for "Other aromatic monoamines and their derivatives." This code would apply to aromatic monoamines that are not aniline, its salts, or its specific derivatives covered elsewhere. The key distinction for 292141 is the explicit naming of aniline and its simple salts.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Aniline?

The HS code for Aniline is 292141. This code specifically covers aniline (aminobenzene) and its simple salts, as an aromatic monoamine.

Why is aniline classified separately from its derivatives?

Aniline is classified separately from its derivatives because it is the fundamental, unsubstituted aromatic monoamine. Its derivatives, such as N-methylaniline or N,N-dimethylaniline, have additional chemical groups attached, altering their properties and leading to their classification under distinct subheadings like 292142 or 292149, which are reserved for derivatives or other aromatic monoamines.