HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2914.11 – Ketones; acyclic, without other oxygen function, acetone
HS code 2914.11 is the 6-digit subheading for ketones, acyclic, without other oxygen function, acetone. It is used for nail polish remover, paint thinner, solvent for resins, chemical intermediate and cleaning agent.
What HS 2914.11 covers
Acetone is a fundamental acyclic ketone, widely recognized as a versatile solvent and a crucial chemical intermediate. It is one of the most heavily traded organic chemicals globally, used extensively in industries ranging from pharmaceuticals and cosmetics to plastics and coatings. Major importers include manufacturers of paints, lacquers, resins, adhesives, and cleaning products, as well as pharmaceutical companies and laboratories. Exporters are typically large petrochemical companies with access to propylene, the primary raw material for acetone production, or those with phenol co-production facilities. Key trade considerations include purity grades (e.g., technical grade vs. pharmaceutical grade), packaging, and compliance with hazardous materials regulations due to its flammability. Its global demand is closely tied to industrial manufacturing output, consumer product consumption, and the health of the construction and automotive sectors.
- Covers
- Nail polish remover
- Paint thinner
- Solvent for resins
- Chemical intermediate
- Cleaning agent
- Degreaser
- Pharmaceutical solvent
- Laboratory reagent
- Examples
- Dow Chemical Acetone
- INEOS Acetone
- Shell Chemicals Acetone
- Sasol Acetone
Codes often confused with 2914.11
Common mistake. This code is specific to acetone; it might be confused with other acyclic ketones like butanone (291412) if not precisely identified. It could also be mistaken for other solvents (Chapter 38) if its chemical identity is not prioritized.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 291411, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 291411 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% 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 Germany $160M 16% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $144M 14% of world exports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $130M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $279M 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $113M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $108M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 2914.11
Brazil does not split HS 2914.11: its NCM code is 2914.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2914.11
What is HS code 291411?
HS code 291411 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ketones; acyclic, without other oxygen function, acetone. Acetone is a fundamental acyclic ketone, widely recognized as a versatile solvent and a crucial chemical intermediate. It is one of the most heavily traded organic chemicals globally, used extensively in industries ranging from pharmaceuticals and cosmetics to plastics and coatings. Major importers include manufacturers of paints, lacquers, resins, adhesives, and cleaning products, as well as pharmaceutical companies and laboratories. Exporters are typically large petrochemical companies with access to propylene, the primary raw material for acetone production, or those with phenol co-production facilities. Key trade considerations include purity grades (e.g., technical grade vs. pharmaceutical grade), packaging, and compliance with hazardous materials regulations due to its flammability. Its global demand is closely tied to industrial manufacturing output, consumer product consumption, and the health of the construction and automotive sectors.
What products fall under HS code 291411?
Nail polish remover, Paint thinner, Solvent for resins, Chemical intermediate, Cleaning agent, Degreaser, Pharmaceutical solvent, Laboratory reagent
What are common misclassifications for HS code 291411?
This code is specific to acetone; it might be confused with other acyclic ketones like butanone (291412) if not precisely identified. It could also be mistaken for other solvents (Chapter 38) if its chemical identity is not prioritized.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 291411?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 291411 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($160M, 16% of world exports), Thailand ($144M) and Saudi Arabia ($130M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 291411?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 291411 in UN Comtrade data were China ($279M, 23% of world imports), Germany ($113M) and the Netherlands ($108M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 291411 structured?
HS code 291411 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) 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 291411?
In Brazil, HS code 291411 is NCM 2914.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.