HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2902.44 – Cyclic hydrocarbons; mixed xylene isomers
HS code 2902.44 is the 6-digit subheading for cyclic hydrocarbons, mixed xylene isomers. It is used for mixed xylenes, xylene solvent, paint thinner, printing ink solvent and coating formulation solvent.
What HS 2902.44 covers
Mixed xylene isomers, often referred to simply as "mixed xylenes," represent a blend of ortho-, meta-, and para-xylene, along with ethylbenzene and other C8 aromatics, obtained directly from petroleum refining or coal tar distillation. This mixture is primarily used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and printing inks, as well as a feedstock for disproportionation or isomerization processes to produce specific xylene isomers. Its trade is driven by the demand from the chemical, coatings, and petrochemical industries. Importers and exporters range from large chemical distributors to refiners. Key considerations for traders include the specific composition of the mixture, which can vary, and its purity, as these factors dictate its suitability for different applications. Global crude oil prices and the health of manufacturing sectors significantly impact its trade volume. It's a versatile bulk chemical, essential for various industrial processes.
- Covers
- Mixed xylenes
- Xylene solvent
- Paint thinner
- Printing ink solvent
- Coating formulation solvent
- Petrochemical feedstock
- Isomerization process input
- Aromatic hydrocarbon blend
- Examples
- Shell Chemicals mixed xylenes
- ExxonMobil Chemical mixed xylenes
- TotalEnergies mixed xylenes
- Valero Energy mixed xylenes
Codes often confused with 2902.44
Common mistake. This code can be confused with individual xylene isomers (290241, 290242, 290243) if the mixture is not clearly identified as such, or with other aromatic solvents under 290290.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 290244, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 290244 in UN Comtrade data was Israel, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 46% 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 Israel $63M 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $61M 24% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $35M 14% of world exports
World total: $251M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $186M 46% of world imports
- 2 United States $40M 10% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $24M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $401M 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 2902.44
Brazil does not split HS 2902.44: its NCM code is 2902.44.00.
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 2902.44
What is HS code 290244?
HS code 290244 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cyclic hydrocarbons; mixed xylene isomers. Mixed xylene isomers, often referred to simply as "mixed xylenes," represent a blend of ortho-, meta-, and para-xylene, along with ethylbenzene and other C8 aromatics, obtained directly from petroleum refining or coal tar distillation. This mixture is primarily used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and printing inks, as well as a feedstock for disproportionation or isomerization processes to produce specific xylene isomers. Its trade is driven by the demand from the chemical, coatings, and petrochemical industries. Importers and exporters range from large chemical distributors to refiners. Key considerations for traders include the specific composition of the mixture, which can vary, and its purity, as these factors dictate its suitability for different applications. Global crude oil prices and the health of manufacturing sectors significantly impact its trade volume. It's a versatile bulk chemical, essential for various industrial processes.
What products fall under HS code 290244?
Mixed xylenes, Xylene solvent, Paint thinner, Printing ink solvent, Coating formulation solvent, Petrochemical feedstock, Isomerization process input, Aromatic hydrocarbon blend
What are common misclassifications for HS code 290244?
This code can be confused with individual xylene isomers (290241, 290242, 290243) if the mixture is not clearly identified as such, or with other aromatic solvents under 290290.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 290244?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 290244 in UN Comtrade data were Israel ($63M, 25% of world exports), the United States ($61M) and Belgium ($35M). World exports came to about $251M, 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 290244?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 290244 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($186M, 46% of world imports), the United States ($40M) and Mexico ($24M). World imports came to about $401M, 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 290244 structured?
HS code 290244 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 (44) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 290244?
In Brazil, HS code 290244 is NCM 2902.44.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.