HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2711.14 – Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; liquefied, ethylene, propylene, butylene and butadiene
HS code 2711.14 is the 6-digit subheading for petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, liquefied, ethylene, propylene, butylene and butadiene. It is used for liquefied ethylene, liquefied propylene, liquefied butylene (1-butene, 2-butene, isobutylene), liquefied butadiene and polymer-grade ethylene.
What HS 2711.14 covers
This specialized category covers liquefied light olefins: ethylene, propylene, butylenes, and butadiene. These are fundamental building blocks for the petrochemical industry, serving as essential feedstocks for the production of plastics, synthetic rubbers, and a vast array of organic chemicals. International trade in these products is highly specialized, requiring dedicated infrastructure for cryogenic storage and transport, often involving specialized ships and terminals. Major exporters are countries with large petrochemical complexes and cracking facilities, while importers are nations with robust downstream chemical industries. The trade is driven by global demand for polymers and synthetic materials, with prices influenced by crude oil and natural gas prices, as well as the intricate supply-demand balance in the global petrochemical sector.
- Covers
- Liquefied ethylene
- Liquefied propylene
- Liquefied butylene (1-butene, 2-butene, isobutylene)
- Liquefied butadiene
- Polymer-grade ethylene
- Chemical-grade propylene
- Raffinate-1.
- Examples
- Dow Chemical
- BASF
- LyondellBasell
- SABIC
- INEOS
- ExxonMobil Chemical
- LG Chem.
Codes often confused with 2711.14
Common mistake. This code is distinct from other liquefied petroleum gases like propane (271112) or butanes (271113) because it specifically covers olefins, which are reactive monomers for chemical synthesis, not primarily fuels. It might be confused with other chemical feedstocks in Chapter 29 if not clearly identified as petroleum gases.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 271114, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 271114 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 24% 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 Canada $249M 22% of world exports
- 2 Germany $147M 13% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $136M 12% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $319M 24% of world imports
- 2 Germany $260M 19% of world imports
- 3 United States $258M 19% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 2711.14
Brazil does not split HS 2711.14: its NCM code is 2711.14.00.
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 2711.14
What is HS code 271114?
HS code 271114 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; liquefied, ethylene, propylene, butylene and butadiene. This specialized category covers liquefied light olefins: ethylene, propylene, butylenes, and butadiene. These are fundamental building blocks for the petrochemical industry, serving as essential feedstocks for the production of plastics, synthetic rubbers, and a vast array of organic chemicals. International trade in these products is highly specialized, requiring dedicated infrastructure for cryogenic storage and transport, often involving specialized ships and terminals. Major exporters are countries with large petrochemical complexes and cracking facilities, while importers are nations with robust downstream chemical industries. The trade is driven by global demand for polymers and synthetic materials, with prices influenced by crude oil and natural gas prices, as well as the intricate supply-demand balance in the global petrochemical sector.
What products fall under HS code 271114?
Liquefied ethylene, liquefied propylene, liquefied butylene (1-butene, 2-butene, isobutylene), liquefied butadiene, polymer-grade ethylene, chemical-grade propylene, raffinate-1.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 271114?
This code is distinct from other liquefied petroleum gases like propane (271112) or butanes (271113) because it specifically covers olefins, which are reactive monomers for chemical synthesis, not primarily fuels. It might be confused with other chemical feedstocks in Chapter 29 if not clearly identified as petroleum gases.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 271114?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 271114 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($249M, 22% of world exports), Germany ($147M) and Belgium ($136M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 271114?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 271114 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($319M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($260M) and the United States ($258M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 271114 structured?
HS code 271114 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 (14) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 271114?
In Brazil, HS code 271114 is NCM 2711.14.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.