HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2915.31 – Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; ethyl acetate
HS code 2915.31 is the 6-digit subheading for acids, saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, ethyl acetate. It is used for ethyl acetate solvent, food grade ethyl acetate, pharmaceutical grade ethyl acetate, industrial ethyl acetate and nail polish remover ingredient.
What HS 2915.31 covers
Ethyl acetate is a widely traded organic compound, primarily used as a solvent in various industries. Its international trade is driven by demand from the coatings, adhesives, printing inks, and pharmaceutical sectors. Major chemical manufacturers and distributors are key players in its export, while industries requiring solvents for their production processes are the primary importers. Key things to know include its volatility and flammability, which necessitate specific handling and storage regulations in international logistics. Its role as a green solvent alternative in some applications is also increasing its market presence. The global market for ethyl acetate is influenced by crude oil prices, as it's often derived from petrochemical feedstocks, and by environmental regulations impacting solvent usage. Countries with robust manufacturing sectors, particularly in Asia and Europe, are significant participants in its trade flow, both as producers and consumers.
- Covers
- Ethyl acetate solvent
- Food grade ethyl acetate
- Pharmaceutical grade ethyl acetate
- Industrial ethyl acetate
- Nail polish remover ingredient
- Decaffeination agent
- Flavoring agent
- Examples
- BASF Ethyl Acetate
- Celanese Ethyl Acetate
- Eastman Ethyl Acetate
- INEOS Ethyl Acetate
Codes often confused with 2915.31
Common mistake. This code might be confused with other ester solvents like butyl acetate (291533) or methyl acetate (291539) if not precisely identified by its chemical structure and specific use.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 291531, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 291531 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 7.7% 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 China $471M 47% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $104M 10% of world exports
- 3 India $84M 8.4% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $87M 7.7% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $82M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 Japan $75M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 2915.31
Brazil does not split HS 2915.31: its NCM code is 2915.31.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Questions about HS 2915.31
What is HS code 291531?
HS code 291531 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Acids; saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids; ethyl acetate. Ethyl acetate is a widely traded organic compound, primarily used as a solvent in various industries. Its international trade is driven by demand from the coatings, adhesives, printing inks, and pharmaceutical sectors. Major chemical manufacturers and distributors are key players in its export, while industries requiring solvents for their production processes are the primary importers. Key things to know include its volatility and flammability, which necessitate specific handling and storage regulations in international logistics. Its role as a green solvent alternative in some applications is also increasing its market presence. The global market for ethyl acetate is influenced by crude oil prices, as it's often derived from petrochemical feedstocks, and by environmental regulations impacting solvent usage. Countries with robust manufacturing sectors, particularly in Asia and Europe, are significant participants in its trade flow, both as producers and consumers.
What products fall under HS code 291531?
Ethyl acetate solvent, Food grade ethyl acetate, Pharmaceutical grade ethyl acetate, Industrial ethyl acetate, Nail polish remover ingredient, Decaffeination agent, Flavoring agent
What are common misclassifications for HS code 291531?
This code might be confused with other ester solvents like butyl acetate (291533) or methyl acetate (291539) if not precisely identified by its chemical structure and specific use.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 291531?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 291531 in UN Comtrade data were China ($471M, 47% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($104M) and India ($84M). 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 291531?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 291531 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($87M, 7.7% of world imports), Indonesia ($82M) and Japan ($75M). World imports 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.
How is HS code 291531 structured?
HS code 291531 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (31) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 291531?
In Brazil, HS code 291531 is NCM 2915.31.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.