HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2914.13 – Ketones; acyclic, without other oxygen function, 4-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone)
HS code 2914.13 is the 6-digit subheading for ketones, acyclic, without other oxygen function, 4-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone). It is used for methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK), 4-Methylpentan-2-one, hexone, isopropylacetone and MIBK solvent grade.
What HS 2914.13 covers
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK) is a crucial industrial solvent and chemical intermediate, extensively traded globally. It's primarily moved in bulk for its applications in coatings, adhesives, pharmaceuticals, and rubber chemicals. Major chemical manufacturers and distributors are the primary exporters, while industries requiring high-purity solvents for manufacturing processes are the main importers. Key aspects for traders include its volatility and flammability, necessitating specific handling and transport regulations. Its demand is often tied to the automotive, construction, and pharmaceutical sectors. Traders need to be aware of regional environmental regulations concerning VOC emissions, as MIBK is a volatile organic compound. The global market for MIBK is influenced by crude oil prices (as a petrochemical derivative) and the growth of end-use industries, particularly in developing economies where industrialization drives demand for solvents and chemical intermediates. Its role in extracting rare metals also adds to its strategic importance in certain supply chains.
- Covers
- Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK)
- 4-Methylpentan-2-one
- Hexone
- Isopropylacetone
- MIBK solvent grade
- Examples
- Dow MIBK
- Shell MIBK
- Eastman MIBK
- Arkema MIBK
Codes often confused with 2914.13
Common mistake. This code can be confused with other acyclic ketones under 291419, especially if the specific isomer isn't clearly identified, or with other solvents like acetone (291411) due to similar applications.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 291413, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 291413 in UN Comtrade data was South Africa, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 34% 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 South Africa $47M 31% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $39M 26% of world exports
- 3 Japan $19M 12% of world exports
World total: $152M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $58M 34% of world imports
- 2 Thailand $16M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 Germany $13M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $169M 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 2914.13
Brazil does not split HS 2914.13: its NCM code is 2914.13.00.
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 2914.13
What is HS code 291413?
HS code 291413 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ketones; acyclic, without other oxygen function, 4-methylpentan-2-one (methyl isobutyl ketone). Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK) is a crucial industrial solvent and chemical intermediate, extensively traded globally. It's primarily moved in bulk for its applications in coatings, adhesives, pharmaceuticals, and rubber chemicals. Major chemical manufacturers and distributors are the primary exporters, while industries requiring high-purity solvents for manufacturing processes are the main importers. Key aspects for traders include its volatility and flammability, necessitating specific handling and transport regulations. Its demand is often tied to the automotive, construction, and pharmaceutical sectors. Traders need to be aware of regional environmental regulations concerning VOC emissions, as MIBK is a volatile organic compound. The global market for MIBK is influenced by crude oil prices (as a petrochemical derivative) and the growth of end-use industries, particularly in developing economies where industrialization drives demand for solvents and chemical intermediates. Its role in extracting rare metals also adds to its strategic importance in certain supply chains.
What products fall under HS code 291413?
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK), 4-Methylpentan-2-one, Hexone, Isopropylacetone, MIBK solvent grade
What are common misclassifications for HS code 291413?
This code can be confused with other acyclic ketones under 291419, especially if the specific isomer isn't clearly identified, or with other solvents like acetone (291411) due to similar applications.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 291413?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 291413 in UN Comtrade data were South Africa ($47M, 31% of world exports), South Korea ($39M) and Japan ($19M). World exports came to about $152M, 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 291413?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 291413 in UN Comtrade data were India ($58M, 34% of world imports), Thailand ($16M) and Germany ($13M). World imports came to about $169M, 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 291413 structured?
HS code 291413 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 (13) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 291413?
In Brazil, HS code 291413 is NCM 2914.13.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.