HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2707.40 – Oils and products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar; naphthalene
HS code 2707.40 is the 6-digit subheading for oils and products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar, naphthalene. It is used for naphthalene, refined naphthalene, crude naphthalene, phthalic anhydride feedstock and mothball raw material.
What HS 2707.40 covers
This HS code covers naphthalene and other oils and products derived from the distillation of high-temperature coal tar. Naphthalene, a white crystalline hydrocarbon, is a primary component traded under this code. These products are crucial intermediates in the chemical industry, serving as feedstocks for producing phthalic anhydride, which is then used in plastics, dyes, and resins. They also find applications in pesticides, moth repellents, and specialty solvents. Major importers and exporters are typically countries with robust petrochemical and chemical manufacturing sectors, seeking these raw materials for further processing. The trade involves bulk shipments, often requiring specialized handling due to the nature of the chemicals. Understanding the purity and specific distillation fractions is key for buyers and sellers in this market.
- Covers
- Naphthalene
- Refined naphthalene
- Crude naphthalene
- Phthalic anhydride feedstock
- Mothball raw material
- Coal tar light oil fraction
- Examples
- Koppers Naphthalene
- Rütgers Naphthalene
- Rain Carbon Naphthalene
Codes often confused with 2707.40
Common mistake. This code can be confused with other coal tar distillates (2707.99) if the specific chemical composition, particularly the naphthalene content, is not clearly identified. Pure chemical compounds like naphthalene (2902.90) are classified differently.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 270740, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 270740 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Egypt, with 18% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $14M 21% of world exports
- 2 Nigeria $10M 16% of world exports
- 3 Japan $10M 15% of world exports
World total: $66M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Egypt $25M 18% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $20M 14% of world imports
- 3 Canada $11M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $144M 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 code for 2707.40
Brazil does not split HS 2707.40: its NCM code is 2707.40.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 27.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2707.40
What is HS code 270740?
HS code 270740 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Oils and products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar; naphthalene. This HS code covers naphthalene and other oils and products derived from the distillation of high-temperature coal tar. Naphthalene, a white crystalline hydrocarbon, is a primary component traded under this code. These products are crucial intermediates in the chemical industry, serving as feedstocks for producing phthalic anhydride, which is then used in plastics, dyes, and resins. They also find applications in pesticides, moth repellents, and specialty solvents. Major importers and exporters are typically countries with robust petrochemical and chemical manufacturing sectors, seeking these raw materials for further processing. The trade involves bulk shipments, often requiring specialized handling due to the nature of the chemicals. Understanding the purity and specific distillation fractions is key for buyers and sellers in this market.
What products fall under HS code 270740?
Naphthalene, refined naphthalene, crude naphthalene, phthalic anhydride feedstock, mothball raw material, coal tar light oil fraction
What are common misclassifications for HS code 270740?
This code can be confused with other coal tar distillates (2707.99) if the specific chemical composition, particularly the naphthalene content, is not clearly identified. Pure chemical compounds like naphthalene (2902.90) are classified differently.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 270740?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 270740 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($14M, 21% of world exports), Nigeria ($10M) and Japan ($10M). World exports came to about $66M, 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 goods under HS code 270740?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 270740 in UN Comtrade data were Egypt ($25M, 18% of world imports), Belgium ($20M) and Canada ($11M). World imports came to about $144M, 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.
How is HS code 270740 structured?
HS code 270740 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (27) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 270740?
In Brazil, HS code 270740 is NCM 2707.40.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.