What products fall under HS-4 2912?

HS-4 2912 covers various aldehydes, including methanal, ethanal, cyclic aldehydes like benzaldehyde, and aldehyde derivatives such as vanillin.

How do I determine the correct HS-6 code?

Identify the specific aldehyde or derivative you are importing. For example, use **291211** for methanal and **291241** for vanillin.

Are there special regulations for importing aldehydes?

Yes, certain aldehydes may be subject to specific import regulations, including safety data sheets and labeling requirements.

What is paraformaldehyde used for?

Paraformaldehyde is commonly used in laboratories and as a disinfectant, and it falls under HS-6 code **291260**.

Can I use HS-4 2912 for all aldehyde imports?

No, HS-4 2912 is specific to aldehydes. Ensure you select the correct HS-6 line based on the specific chemical you are importing.

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2912 — Aldehydes, whether or not with other oxygen function; cyclic polymers of aldehydes; paraformaldehyde

Chapter 29: Organic chemicals

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 2912 when importing aldehydes like formaldehyde or acetaldehyde, which are commonly used in chemical manufacturing and food processing. For example, if you're shipping methanal (formaldehyde) in bulk for industrial use, this is the correct code.

When deciding between HS-6 lines, note that 291211 covers methanal (formaldehyde) specifically, while 291212 is for ethanal (acetaldehyde). If your product doesn't fit these two, check 291219 for other acyclic aldehydes without additional oxygen functions.

For cyclic aldehydes, 291221 is designated for benzaldehyde, while 291229 includes other cyclic aldehydes. Ensure you identify the specific compound to select the right subheading.

If your shipment includes aldehyde derivatives like vanillin or ethylvanillin, you’ll look at 291241 and 291242 respectively. Use 291249 for other aldehyde-ethers or phenols that don’t fall under these specific categories.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 2912 · aldehydes import code · formaldehyde shipping · acetaldehyde classification · benzaldehyde export · vanillin customs code · cyclic polymers of aldehydes · paraformaldehyde import · aldehyde-ethers · chemical import regulations · organic chemicals HS code · aldehyde derivatives

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Methanal (formaldehyde) for industrial use
Ethanal (acetaldehyde) in food flavoring
Benzaldehyde for fragrance production
Vanillin for food and cosmetic applications
Paraformaldehyde for laboratory use
Cyclic polymers of aldehydes in plastics
Aldehyde-phenols for chemical synthesis

Common questions

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What is HS-4 2912 used for?
How to classify formaldehyde for import?
Differences between methanal and ethanal codes?
What is the code for vanillin in imports?
How do I choose between aldehyde subheadings?
What are the requirements for shipping paraformaldehyde?
Can I use HS-4 2912 for cyclic aldehydes?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What products fall under HS-4 2912?: HS-4 2912 covers various aldehydes, including methanal, ethanal, cyclic aldehydes like benzaldehyde, and aldehyde derivatives such as vanillin.
How do I determine the correct HS-6 code?: Identify the specific aldehyde or derivative you are importing. For example, use **291211** for methanal and **291241** for vanillin.
Are there special regulations for importing aldehydes?: Yes, certain aldehydes may be subject to specific import regulations, including safety data sheets and labeling requirements.
What is paraformaldehyde used for?: Paraformaldehyde is commonly used in laboratories and as a disinfectant, and it falls under HS-6 code **291260**.
Can I use HS-4 2912 for all aldehyde imports?: No, HS-4 2912 is specific to aldehydes. Ensure you select the correct HS-6 line based on the specific chemical you are importing.

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