What is the main use of monoethanolamine?

Monoethanolamine is primarily used in agricultural chemicals, detergents, and as a chemical intermediate in various industrial applications.

How do I know if my product falls under HS code 292211?

If your product is monoethanolamine or its salts, and it does not contain more than one kind of oxygen function, it should be classified under HS code 292211.

What is the difference between HS-6 292211 and HS-6 292212?

HS-6 292211 covers amino-alcohols with a single oxygen function, while HS-6 292212 includes those with multiple oxygen functions, which can affect their applications.

Can I use monoethanolamine in cosmetics?

Yes, monoethanolamine is often used in cosmetics as a pH adjuster and emulsifier.

What types of products are classified as amino-alcohols?

Amino-alcohols include compounds like monoethanolamine and its derivatives, which are used in detergents, agricultural products, and chemical synthesis.

What documentation is required for importing products under HS code 292211?

You will typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly safety data sheets (SDS) for hazardous materials.

Are there any restrictions on importing monoethanolamine?

Import restrictions can vary by country, so it's important to check local regulations regarding the import of monoethanolamine and its applications.

What are the safety considerations for handling monoethanolamine?

Monoethanolamine can be hazardous; proper safety gear should be worn, and it should be handled in well-ventilated areas to avoid inhalation or skin contact.

HS-6 · Subheading

292211

Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function; their ethers and esters; salts thereof, monoethanolamine and its salts

Heading 2922 — Oxygen-function amino-compounds

Chapter 29: Organic chemicals

Plain-language overview

Use HS-6 292211 when importing or exporting amino-alcohols, specifically monoethanolamine and its salts. For example, a shipment of monoethanolamine used in agricultural chemicals would fall under this code.

This code specifically covers amino-alcohols that do not contain more than one kind of oxygen function. In contrast, HS-6 292212 includes amino-alcohols with multiple oxygen functions, which can change their applications significantly.

Amino-alcohols like monoethanolamine are commonly used in detergents, cosmetics, and as intermediates in chemical synthesis. If your product is a monoethanolamine-based surfactant, this is the correct classification.

When considering similar products, remember that HS-6 292213 pertains to amino-alcohols containing more than one kind of oxygen function, which may require different handling and documentation.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-6 subheading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

monoethanolamine · amino-alcohols · oxygen-function compounds · chemical intermediates · detergent ingredients · agricultural chemicals · cosmetic formulations · salts of amino-alcohols · industrial chemicals · surfactant applications · pH adjusters · gas treatment chemicals · ester derivatives · ether derivatives

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Monoethanolamine for agricultural pesticide formulations
Surfactants made from monoethanolamine in cleaning products
Cosmetic formulations containing monoethanolamine as a pH adjuster
Chemical intermediates derived from monoethanolamine in pharmaceuticals
Industrial-grade monoethanolamine for use in gas treatment processes
Salts of monoethanolamine used in personal care products
Ester derivatives of monoethanolamine for use in coatings
Ethers of monoethanolamine in specialty chemical applications

Common questions

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What is HS code 292211 used for?
How to classify monoethanolamine for import?
Are there different types of amino-alcohols?
What products fall under HS code 292211?
How do I determine the correct HS code for amino-alcohols?
What is the difference between HS-6 292211 and 292212?
Can monoethanolamine be used in cosmetics?
What are the applications of amino-alcohols in industry?

Questions & answers

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

What is the main use of monoethanolamine?: Monoethanolamine is primarily used in agricultural chemicals, detergents, and as a chemical intermediate in various industrial applications.
How do I know if my product falls under HS code 292211?: If your product is monoethanolamine or its salts, and it does not contain more than one kind of oxygen function, it should be classified under HS code 292211.
What is the difference between HS-6 292211 and HS-6 292212?: HS-6 292211 covers amino-alcohols with a single oxygen function, while HS-6 292212 includes those with multiple oxygen functions, which can affect their applications.
Can I use monoethanolamine in cosmetics?: Yes, monoethanolamine is often used in cosmetics as a pH adjuster and emulsifier.
What types of products are classified as amino-alcohols?: Amino-alcohols include compounds like monoethanolamine and its derivatives, which are used in detergents, agricultural products, and chemical synthesis.
What documentation is required for importing products under HS code 292211?: You will typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly safety data sheets (SDS) for hazardous materials.
Are there any restrictions on importing monoethanolamine?: Import restrictions can vary by country, so it's important to check local regulations regarding the import of monoethanolamine and its applications.
What are the safety considerations for handling monoethanolamine?: Monoethanolamine can be hazardous; proper safety gear should be worn, and it should be handled in well-ventilated areas to avoid inhalation or skin contact.

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