HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2902.90 – Cyclic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in heading no. 2902
HS code 2902.90 is the 6-digit subheading for cyclic hydrocarbons, n.e.c. in heading no. 2902. It is used for cyclohexane, tetralin, decalin, dicyclopentadiene and indene.
What HS 2902.90 covers
This "not elsewhere specified" (n.e.c.) category for cyclic hydrocarbons covers a diverse range of aromatic and alicyclic compounds that do not fall under the more specific subheadings of HS 2902, such as benzene, toluene, xylenes, styrene, ethylbenzene, or cumene. This includes various specialized cyclic hydrocarbons used as solvents, chemical intermediates for niche applications, or components in fuel blends. Importers and exporters in this category often include specialty chemical manufacturers, research institutions, and companies dealing with custom synthesis. The trade volume for individual compounds within this code might be smaller than for major bulk aromatics, but collectively, they represent a significant segment of the fine and specialty chemical market. Key considerations for traders involve understanding the specific chemical identity and purity, regulatory compliance for novel or less common compounds, and specialized logistics. This code acts as a catch-all for important but less common cyclic hydrocarbons.
- Covers
- Cyclohexane
- Tetralin
- Decalin
- Dicyclopentadiene
- Indene
- Naphthalene (crude)
- Methylcyclohexane
- Various alkylbenzenes
- Examples
- Sigma-Aldrich cyclohexane
- Merck KGaA tetralin
- TCI Chemicals decalin
- Alfa Aesar dicyclopentadiene
Codes often confused with 2902.90
Common mistake. This code is a common point of misclassification, as specific cyclic hydrocarbons might be incorrectly placed here instead of their more precise codes (e.g., 290211 for cyclohexane) or vice versa, requiring careful identification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 290290, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 290290 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 12% 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 China $216M 31% of world exports
- 2 India $93M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $75M 11% of world exports
World total: $703M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $95M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $73M 9.1% of world imports
- 3 United States $67M 8.3% of world imports
World total: $803M 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 codes for 2902.90 5
Brazil splits HS 2902.90 into 5 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2902.90.10 Diphenyl (1,1'-biphenyl)Difenila (1,1'-bifenila)
- 2902.90.20 NaphthaleneNaftaleno
- 2902.90.30 AnthraceneAntraceno
- 2902.90.40 alpha-Methylstyrenealfa-Metilestireno
- 2902.90.90 Other cyclic hydrocarbonsOutros
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 2902.90
What is HS code 290290?
HS code 290290 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cyclic hydrocarbons; n.e.c. in heading no. 2902. This "not elsewhere specified" (n.e.c.) category for cyclic hydrocarbons covers a diverse range of aromatic and alicyclic compounds that do not fall under the more specific subheadings of HS 2902, such as benzene, toluene, xylenes, styrene, ethylbenzene, or cumene. This includes various specialized cyclic hydrocarbons used as solvents, chemical intermediates for niche applications, or components in fuel blends. Importers and exporters in this category often include specialty chemical manufacturers, research institutions, and companies dealing with custom synthesis. The trade volume for individual compounds within this code might be smaller than for major bulk aromatics, but collectively, they represent a significant segment of the fine and specialty chemical market. Key considerations for traders involve understanding the specific chemical identity and purity, regulatory compliance for novel or less common compounds, and specialized logistics. This code acts as a catch-all for important but less common cyclic hydrocarbons.
What products fall under HS code 290290?
Cyclohexane, Tetralin, Decalin, Dicyclopentadiene, Indene, Naphthalene (crude), Methylcyclohexane, Various alkylbenzenes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 290290?
This code is a common point of misclassification, as specific cyclic hydrocarbons might be incorrectly placed here instead of their more precise codes (e.g., 290211 for cyclohexane) or vice versa, requiring careful identification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 290290?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 290290 in UN Comtrade data were China ($216M, 31% of world exports), India ($93M) and Germany ($75M). World exports came to about $703M, 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 290290?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 290290 in UN Comtrade data were India ($95M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($73M) and the United States ($67M). World imports came to about $803M, 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 290290 structured?
HS code 290290 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 290290?
Brazil splits HS code 290290 into 5 NCM codes: 2902.90.10 (Diphenyl (1,1'-biphenyl)), 2902.90.20 (Naphthalene), 2902.90.30 (Anthracene), 2902.90.40 (alpha-Methylstyrene), 2902.90.90 (Other cyclic hydrocarbons). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.