About HS Code 271119
This "not elsewhere specified" category for liquefied petroleum gases covers a variety of gaseous hydrocarbons that do not fit into the more specific subheadings like natural gas, propane, butanes, or specific olefins. This can include mixtures not predominantly one component, or less common liquefied hydrocarbons such as ethane or pentanes. Trade in these products is often for specialized industrial applications, niche fuel markets, or as intermediate feedstocks for chemical processes. Importers and exporters typically include chemical companies, specialized gas suppliers, and industrial users with specific requirements. The market for these "other" liquefied gases is generally smaller and more fragmented than for major commodities like LNG or propane, with trade driven by specific industrial demands and regional supply-demand dynamics.
Products Under This Code
Liquefied ethane, liquefied pentanes, mixed C4 hydrocarbons (not predominantly butanes), refinery off-gases (liquefied), specialized hydrocarbon blends, liquefied cyclopropane, liquefied C5+ hydrocarbons.
Real World Examples
Air Liquide, Linde, Praxair (now Linde), various specialty chemical suppliers, industrial gas companies, Shell (specialty blends).
Common Misclassification
This code is a catch-all and is often confused with more specific liquefied petroleum gas codes (271111, 271112, 271113, 271114) if the exact composition is not precisely known or if it's a blend. Proper classification requires detailed chemical analysis to ensure it doesn't fit a more specific category.
Products Classified Under 2711.19
Industry
This code belongs to the Minerals & Fuels industry.
Trade Overview
Trade is global but often regional, with industrialized nations like the USA, Germany, and Japan being both significant producers and consumers of these specialized liquefied gases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 271119?
HS code 271119 covers: Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711. This "not elsewhere specified" category for liquefied petroleum gases covers a variety of gaseous hydrocarbons that do not fit into the more specific subheadings like natural gas, propane, butanes, or specific olefins. This can include mixtures not predominantly one component, or less common liquefied hydrocarbons such as ethane or pentanes. Trade in these products is often for specialized industrial applications, niche fuel markets, or as intermediate feedstocks for chemical processes. Importers and exporters typically include chemical companies, specialized gas suppliers, and industrial users with specific requirements. The market for these "other" liquefied gases is generally smaller and more fragmented than for major commodities like LNG or propane, with trade driven by specific industrial demands and regional supply-demand dynamics.
What products fall under HS code 271119?
Liquefied ethane, liquefied pentanes, mixed C4 hydrocarbons (not predominantly butanes), refinery off-gases (liquefied), specialized hydrocarbon blends, liquefied cyclopropane, liquefied C5+ hydrocarbons.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 271119?
This code is a catch-all and is often confused with more specific liquefied petroleum gas codes (271111, 271112, 271113, 271114) if the exact composition is not precisely known or if it's a blend. Proper classification requires detailed chemical analysis to ensure it doesn't fit a more specific category.
How is HS code 271119 structured?
HS code 271119 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 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.