HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2907.11 – Monophenols; phenol (hydroxybenzene) and its salts
HS code 2907.11 is the 6-digit subheading for monophenols, phenol (hydroxybenzene) and its salts. It is used for phenol (crystalline), liquid phenol, sodium phenoxide, potassium phenoxide and bisphenol A (derived).
What HS 2907.11 covers
HS code 290711 covers phenol (hydroxybenzene) and its salts. Phenol, also known as carbolic acid, is one of the most fundamental and widely produced industrial organic chemicals globally. It serves as a critical precursor for a vast array of downstream products, including phenolic resins, bisphenol A (used in polycarbonates and epoxy resins), caprolactam (for nylon 6), and various detergents and pharmaceuticals. Trade is dominated by large petrochemical companies, with massive bulk shipments being common. Its importance stems from its reactivity and the ability to form strong, durable polymers. Market dynamics are closely tied to the plastics and automotive industries, making it a bellwether for industrial activity.
- Covers
- Phenol (crystalline)
- Liquid phenol
- Sodium phenoxide
- Potassium phenoxide
- Bisphenol A (derived)
- Phenolic resins (derived)
- Salicylic acid (derived)
- Examples
- INEOS Phenol
- Mitsui Chemicals
- Shell Chemicals
- Dow Chemical
- Kumho P&B Chemicals
Codes often confused with 2907.11
Common mistake. Can be confused with 2907.12 (cresols) if a methyl group is present on the benzene ring, or 3907.20 (polycarbonates) if it's a finished polymer rather than the monomer.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 290711, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 290711 in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 14% 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 Saudi Arabia $194M 17% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $189M 16% of world exports
- 3 United States $132M 12% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $247M 14% of world imports
- 2 Germany $229M 13% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $218M 12% of world imports
World total: $1.8B 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 2907.11
Brazil does not split HS 2907.11: its NCM code is 2907.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2907.11
What is HS code 290711?
HS code 290711 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Monophenols; phenol (hydroxybenzene) and its salts. HS code 290711 covers phenol (hydroxybenzene) and its salts. Phenol, also known as carbolic acid, is one of the most fundamental and widely produced industrial organic chemicals globally. It serves as a critical precursor for a vast array of downstream products, including phenolic resins, bisphenol A (used in polycarbonates and epoxy resins), caprolactam (for nylon 6), and various detergents and pharmaceuticals. Trade is dominated by large petrochemical companies, with massive bulk shipments being common. Its importance stems from its reactivity and the ability to form strong, durable polymers. Market dynamics are closely tied to the plastics and automotive industries, making it a bellwether for industrial activity.
What products fall under HS code 290711?
Phenol (crystalline), Liquid phenol, Sodium phenoxide, Potassium phenoxide, Bisphenol A (derived), Phenolic resins (derived), Salicylic acid (derived)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 290711?
Can be confused with 2907.12 (cresols) if a methyl group is present on the benzene ring, or 3907.20 (polycarbonates) if it's a finished polymer rather than the monomer.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 290711?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 290711 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($194M, 17% of world exports), Thailand ($189M) and the United States ($132M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 290711?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 290711 in UN Comtrade data were India ($247M, 14% of world imports), Germany ($229M) and the Netherlands ($218M). World imports came to about $1.8B, 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 290711 structured?
HS code 290711 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) 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 290711?
In Brazil, HS code 290711 is NCM 2907.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.