HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2902.11 – Cyclic hydrocarbons; cyclohexane
HS code 2902.11 is the 6-digit subheading for cyclic hydrocarbons, cyclohexane. It is used for cyclohexane solvent, cyclohexane for caprolactam, cyclohexane for adipic acid, high-purity cyclohexane and industrial-grade cyclohexane.
What HS 2902.11 covers
Cyclohexane is a saturated cyclic hydrocarbon primarily used as a solvent and, more importantly, as a key intermediate in the production of nylon precursors, specifically adipic acid and caprolactam. Its international trade is closely linked to the global demand for nylon fibers and plastics, which are used extensively in textiles, automotive parts, and engineering plastics. Major exporters include countries with large petrochemical complexes and integrated nylon production chains, such as the United States, China, and South Korea. Key importers are industrial nations with significant manufacturing sectors that rely on nylon derivatives, including Germany, India, and other Asian countries. Cyclohexane is typically transported in bulk via tankers or rail cars. Its market price is influenced by crude oil prices (as it's often derived from benzene hydrogenation) and the overall health of the nylon industry. Purity is a critical factor for its use in polymerization processes.
- Covers
- Cyclohexane solvent
- Cyclohexane for caprolactam
- Cyclohexane for adipic acid
- High-purity cyclohexane
- Industrial-grade cyclohexane
- Examples
- BASF (producer)
- Sinopec (producer)
- ExxonMobil Chemical (producer)
- INVISTA (producer)
- Sumitomo Chemical (producer)
Codes often confused with 2902.11
Common mistake. Can be confused with 290219 (other cyclanes) if not specifically identified as cyclohexane, or with 290220 (benzene) from which it is often derived. The key is its saturated cyclic structure.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 290211, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 290211 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 58% of world imports. Mexico reports $1.1B of its heading 2902 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $161M 28% of world exports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $157M 28% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $89M 16% of world exports
World total: $568M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $278M 58% of world imports
- 2 France $95M 20% of world imports
- 3 Japan $12M 2.5% of world imports
Mexico reports $1.1B of its heading 2902 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $477M 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 2902.11
Brazil does not split HS 2902.11: its NCM code is 2902.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2902.11
What is HS code 290211?
HS code 290211 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cyclic hydrocarbons; cyclohexane. Cyclohexane is a saturated cyclic hydrocarbon primarily used as a solvent and, more importantly, as a key intermediate in the production of nylon precursors, specifically adipic acid and caprolactam. Its international trade is closely linked to the global demand for nylon fibers and plastics, which are used extensively in textiles, automotive parts, and engineering plastics. Major exporters include countries with large petrochemical complexes and integrated nylon production chains, such as the United States, China, and South Korea. Key importers are industrial nations with significant manufacturing sectors that rely on nylon derivatives, including Germany, India, and other Asian countries. Cyclohexane is typically transported in bulk via tankers or rail cars. Its market price is influenced by crude oil prices (as it's often derived from benzene hydrogenation) and the overall health of the nylon industry. Purity is a critical factor for its use in polymerization processes.
What products fall under HS code 290211?
Cyclohexane solvent, Cyclohexane for caprolactam, Cyclohexane for adipic acid, High-purity cyclohexane, Industrial-grade cyclohexane
What are common misclassifications for HS code 290211?
Can be confused with 290219 (other cyclanes) if not specifically identified as cyclohexane, or with 290220 (benzene) from which it is often derived. The key is its saturated cyclic structure.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 290211?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 290211 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($161M, 28% of world exports), Saudi Arabia ($157M) and Belgium ($89M). World exports came to about $568M, 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 290211?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 290211 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($278M, 58% of world imports), France ($95M) and Japan ($12M). World imports came to about $477M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $1.1B of its heading 2902 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 290211 structured?
HS code 290211 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 290211?
In Brazil, HS code 290211 is NCM 2902.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.