HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2909.44 – Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; monoalkylethers of ethylene glycol or of diethylene glycol n.e.c. in heading no. 2909
HS code 2909.44 is the 6-digit subheading for ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, monoalkylethers of ethylene glycol or of diethylene glycol n.e.c. in heading no. 2909. It is used for ethylene glycol monomethyl ether (EGME), methyl cellosolve, diethylene glycol monomethyl ether (DEGMME), methyl carbitol and ethylene glycol monoethyl ether (EGEE).
What HS 2909.44 covers
This category covers monoalkyl ethers of ethylene glycol or diethylene glycol, and their derivatives, not elsewhere specified in heading 2909 (i.e., excluding the specific butyl ethers of 290943). This includes a range of other common glycol ethers like methyl cellosolve (ethylene glycol monomethyl ether) and methyl carbitol (diethylene glycol monomethyl ether). These compounds are crucial as solvents, coalescents, and chemical intermediates across diverse industries, including paints, inks, textiles, electronics, and hydraulic fluids. Trade involves specialty chemical manufacturers and distributors supplying a broad spectrum of industrial clients. Their specific alkyl chain length dictates their solvency power and evaporation rate, making precise identification vital for both application and customs classification.
- Covers
- Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether (EGME)
- Methyl cellosolve
- Diethylene glycol monomethyl ether (DEGMME)
- Methyl carbitol
- Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether (EGEE)
- Ethyl cellosolve
- Propylene glycol methyl ether (PGME)
- Examples
- Dowanol PM (Dow Chemical)
- Methyl Cellosolve (Eastman Chemical)
- Carbitol Solvent (Shell Chemicals)
- LyondellBasell Arcosolv PM
Codes often confused with 2909.44
Common mistake. Frequently confused with the specific butyl ethers under 290943, or with other ether-alcohols under 290949 if they are not monoalkyl ethers of ethylene or diethylene glycol.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 290944, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 290944 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 8.7% 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 United States $103M 39% of world exports
- 2 Germany $32M 12% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $29M 11% of world exports
World total: $261M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Switzerland $23M 8.7% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $20M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 Japan $20M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $261M 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 2909.44 6
Brazil splits HS 2909.44 into 6 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2909.44.1 Of ethylene glycolDo etilenoglicol Group
- 2909.44.11 Ethylene glycol monoethyl etherÉter etílico
- 2909.44.12 Ethylene glycol monoisobutyl etherÉter isobutílico
- 2909.44.13 Ethylene glycol monohexyl etherÉter hexílico
- 2909.44.19 Other ethylene glycol monoalkyl ethersOutros
- 2909.44.2 Of diethylene glycolDo dietilenoglicol Group
- 2909.44.21 Diethylene glycol monoethyl etherÉter etílico
- 2909.44.29 Other diethylene glycol monoalkyl ethersOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2909.44
What is HS code 290944?
HS code 290944 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives; monoalkylethers of ethylene glycol or of diethylene glycol n.e.c. in heading no. 2909. This category covers monoalkyl ethers of ethylene glycol or diethylene glycol, and their derivatives, not elsewhere specified in heading 2909 (i.e., excluding the specific butyl ethers of 290943). This includes a range of other common glycol ethers like methyl cellosolve (ethylene glycol monomethyl ether) and methyl carbitol (diethylene glycol monomethyl ether). These compounds are crucial as solvents, coalescents, and chemical intermediates across diverse industries, including paints, inks, textiles, electronics, and hydraulic fluids. Trade involves specialty chemical manufacturers and distributors supplying a broad spectrum of industrial clients. Their specific alkyl chain length dictates their solvency power and evaporation rate, making precise identification vital for both application and customs classification.
What products fall under HS code 290944?
Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether (EGME), Methyl cellosolve, Diethylene glycol monomethyl ether (DEGMME), Methyl carbitol, Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether (EGEE), Ethyl cellosolve, Propylene glycol methyl ether (PGME)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 290944?
Frequently confused with the specific butyl ethers under 290943, or with other ether-alcohols under 290949 if they are not monoalkyl ethers of ethylene or diethylene glycol.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 290944?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 290944 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($103M, 39% of world exports), Germany ($32M) and Belgium ($29M). World exports came to about $261M, 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 290944?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 290944 in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($23M, 8.7% of world imports), South Korea ($20M) and Japan ($20M). World imports came to about $261M, 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 290944 structured?
HS code 290944 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) 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 290944?
Brazil splits HS code 290944 into 6 NCM codes: 2909.44.11 (Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether), 2909.44.12 (Ethylene glycol monoisobutyl ether), 2909.44.13 (Ethylene glycol monohexyl ether), 2909.44.19 (Other ethylene glycol monoalkyl ethers), 2909.44.21 (Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether), 2909.44.29 (Other diethylene glycol monoalkyl ethers). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.