HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2906.12 – Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols
HS code 2906.12 is the 6-digit subheading for alcohols, cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols. It is used for cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanol, dimethylcyclohexanol, cyclohexanone (derived) and adipic acid (derived).
What HS 2906.12 covers
This category encompasses cyclanic, cyclenic, or cycloterpenic alcohols and their derivatives, specifically cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols, and dimethylcyclohexanols. These are crucial industrial chemicals, primarily functioning as solvents, chemical intermediates, and precursors in the production of various polymers, most notably nylon. Large chemical manufacturers and petrochemical companies are the primary importers and exporters of these compounds. Trade typically occurs in bulk quantities, requiring specialized handling and storage due to their industrial nature. Understanding the end-use applications, such as in the textile industry for nylon 6 production or as a solvent in paints and varnishes, is key to navigating this trade segment. Purity and isomer composition are critical specifications.
- Covers
- Cyclohexanol
- Methylcyclohexanol
- Dimethylcyclohexanol
- Cyclohexanone (derived)
- Adipic acid (derived)
- Cyclohexyl acetate
- Examples
- BASF Cyclohexanol
- Dow Chemical Cyclohexanol
- Invista (nylon production)
- Ascend Performance Materials (nylon intermediates)
Codes often confused with 2906.12
Common mistake. May be confused with 2914.22 (cyclohexanone) if the product is a ketone rather than an alcohol, or 2905.19 (other acyclic alcohols) if not correctly identified as cyclic.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 290612, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 290612 in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 62% 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 Japan $56M 45% of world exports
- 2 Italy $34M 28% of world exports
- 3 Germany $14M 11% of world exports
World total: $125M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 South Korea $58M 62% of world imports
- 2 Italy $13M 14% of world imports
- 3 Germany $11M 12% of world imports
World total: $94M 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 2906.12
Brazil does not split HS 2906.12: its NCM code is 2906.12.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2906.12
What is HS code 290612?
HS code 290612 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols. This category encompasses cyclanic, cyclenic, or cycloterpenic alcohols and their derivatives, specifically cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols, and dimethylcyclohexanols. These are crucial industrial chemicals, primarily functioning as solvents, chemical intermediates, and precursors in the production of various polymers, most notably nylon. Large chemical manufacturers and petrochemical companies are the primary importers and exporters of these compounds. Trade typically occurs in bulk quantities, requiring specialized handling and storage due to their industrial nature. Understanding the end-use applications, such as in the textile industry for nylon 6 production or as a solvent in paints and varnishes, is key to navigating this trade segment. Purity and isomer composition are critical specifications.
What products fall under HS code 290612?
Cyclohexanol, Methylcyclohexanol, Dimethylcyclohexanol, Cyclohexanone (derived), Adipic acid (derived), Cyclohexyl acetate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 290612?
May be confused with 2914.22 (cyclohexanone) if the product is a ketone rather than an alcohol, or 2905.19 (other acyclic alcohols) if not correctly identified as cyclic.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 290612?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 290612 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($56M, 45% of world exports), Italy ($34M) and Germany ($14M). World exports came to about $125M, 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 290612?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 290612 in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($58M, 62% of world imports), Italy ($13M) and Germany ($11M). World imports came to about $94M, 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 290612 structured?
HS code 290612 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 290612?
In Brazil, HS code 290612 is NCM 2906.12.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.