HS Code for Bisphenol A

Bisphenol A is classified under Harmonized System (HS) code 290723. This code is found within Chapter 29, which encompasses "Organic chemicals." The specific description for 290723 is "Polyphenols; 4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol (bisphenol A, diphenylolpropane) and its salts." This classification is highly specific, identifying Bisphenol A by its precise chemical name, 4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol, and explicitly including its common names (Bisphenol A, diphenylolpropane) as well as its salts. The key determinant for this classification is its chemical structure as a polyphenol and its exact molecular identity. This ensures that the pure chemical compound, in various forms including its salts, is consistently categorized under this specific organic chemical code.

Products Included

• Pure 4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol
• Industrial grade Bisphenol A
• Laboratory grade Bisphenol A
• Bisphenol A salts (e.g., disodium salt of Bisphenol A)
• Diphenylolpropane

Common Misclassification

Common misclassifications for Bisphenol A often occur with other related organic compounds or products derived from it. For instance, HS code 290729 covers "Other polyphenols," which would be used for polyphenols other than 4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol. It is crucial to distinguish BPA from other similar chemical structures. Another significant area of confusion is with polymers that are manufactured using Bisphenol A as a monomer, such as polycarbonates or epoxy resins. These polymers are classified under Chapter 39 ("Plastics and articles thereof"), specifically codes like 390740 for polycarbonates, not under 290723, which is reserved for the monomer itself. Similarly, monophenols (e.g., phenol) are classified under 290719, distinct from polyphenols like BPA.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Bisphenol A?

The HS code for Bisphenol A (4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol) and its salts is 290723. This code is specific to the pure chemical compound.

Are products made from Bisphenol A, such as polycarbonates, classified under HS code 290723?

No, HS code 290723 is specifically for Bisphenol A (4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol) and its salts as a chemical compound. Polymers derived from Bisphenol A, such as polycarbonates, are classified under different HS codes, typically within Chapter 39 (Plastics and articles thereof), for example, HS code 390740 for polycarbonates.