HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2711.13 – Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; liquefied, butanes
HS code 2711.13 is the 6-digit subheading for petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, liquefied, butanes. It is used for liquefied n-butane, liquefied isobutane, commercial butane, butane-propane mixtures (where butane is dominant) and refinery-grade butane.
What HS 2711.13 covers
This code encompasses liquefied butanes, including n-butane and isobutane, which are crucial components of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and valuable petrochemical feedstocks. Butanes are traded internationally for various uses, such as blending with gasoline to improve octane and volatility, as aerosol propellants, refrigerants, and as a fuel for lighters and camping stoves. Countries with significant refining capacity or natural gas processing facilities are typically exporters, while importers include nations with high demand for automotive fuels, chemical production, or domestic energy. Trade volumes are influenced by seasonal demand (e.g., higher demand for gasoline blending in summer), crude oil prices, and the availability of storage and transport infrastructure, making it a key commodity in the energy and chemical sectors.
- Covers
- Liquefied n-butane
- Liquefied isobutane
- Commercial butane
- Butane-propane mixtures (where butane is dominant)
- Refinery-grade butane
- Aerosol-grade butane.
- Examples
- ExxonMobil
- Chevron
- TotalEnergies
- Saudi Aramco
- Sinopec
- various LPG distributors
- Shell.
Codes often confused with 2711.13
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 271112 (liquefied propane) or 271119 (other liquefied petroleum gases) due to their similar applications as LPG components; the specific chemical composition (butanes) is the key differentiator. It's also distinct from natural gas (271111).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 271113, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 271113 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 27% 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 $4.6B 25% of world exports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$4.3B 23% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Qatar* ~$2.3B 12% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $18.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $7.0B 27% of world imports
- 2 China $4.2B 16% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $1.9B 7.4% of world imports
World total: $25.7B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 2711.13
Brazil does not split HS 2711.13: its NCM code is 2711.13.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 27.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2711.13
What is HS code 271113?
HS code 271113 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; liquefied, butanes. This code encompasses liquefied butanes, including n-butane and isobutane, which are crucial components of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and valuable petrochemical feedstocks. Butanes are traded internationally for various uses, such as blending with gasoline to improve octane and volatility, as aerosol propellants, refrigerants, and as a fuel for lighters and camping stoves. Countries with significant refining capacity or natural gas processing facilities are typically exporters, while importers include nations with high demand for automotive fuels, chemical production, or domestic energy. Trade volumes are influenced by seasonal demand (e.g., higher demand for gasoline blending in summer), crude oil prices, and the availability of storage and transport infrastructure, making it a key commodity in the energy and chemical sectors.
What products fall under HS code 271113?
Liquefied n-butane, liquefied isobutane, commercial butane, butane-propane mixtures (where butane is dominant), refinery-grade butane, aerosol-grade butane.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 271113?
This code is frequently confused with 271112 (liquefied propane) or 271119 (other liquefied petroleum gases) due to their similar applications as LPG components; the specific chemical composition (butanes) is the key differentiator. It's also distinct from natural gas (271111).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 271113?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 271113 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.6B, 25% of world exports), the United Arab Emirates (about $4.3B) and Qatar (about $2.3B). World exports came to about $18.9B, 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 271113?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 271113 in UN Comtrade data were India ($7.0B, 27% of world imports), China ($4.2B) and Indonesia ($1.9B). World imports came to about $25.7B, 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 271113 structured?
HS code 271113 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (27) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (13) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 271113?
In Brazil, HS code 271113 is NCM 2711.13.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.