HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2917.13 – Acids; acyclic polycarboxylic acids; azelaic acid, sebacic acid, their salts and esters
HS code 2917.13 is the 6-digit subheading for acids, acyclic polycarboxylic acids, azelaic acid, sebacic acid, their salts and esters. It is used for azelaic acid, sebacic acid, dimethyl azelate, diethyl azelate and dioctyl sebacate.
What HS 2917.13 covers
Azelaic acid, sebacic acid, and their derivatives are specialized acyclic polycarboxylic acids with significant applications in high-performance polymers, lubricants, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. This HS code specifically covers these compounds, which are often derived from natural oils (like oleic acid for azelaic acid, and castor oil for sebacic acid), making them attractive for "green chemistry" initiatives. Importers include industries focused on producing advanced plastics, bio-based lubricants, and dermatological products. Exporters are typically specialized chemical manufacturers, often from regions with agricultural resources suitable for their production. Key considerations in their trade include the purity required for specific applications (e.g., cosmetic grade vs. industrial grade), the sustainability of their sourcing, and their relatively higher value compared to more common commodity acids. Their unique properties, such as low-temperature flexibility and good thermal stability, drive their demand in niche markets.
- Covers
- Azelaic acid
- Sebacic acid
- Dimethyl azelate
- Diethyl azelate
- Dioctyl sebacate
- Dibutyl sebacate
- Sodium sebacate
- Potassium azelate
- Examples
- Croda Azelaic Acid
- Arkema Sebacic Acid
- Emery Oleochemicals Azelaic Acid
- Elevance Renewable Sciences Sebacic Acid
Codes often confused with 2917.13
Common mistake. This code might be confused with other acyclic polycarboxylic acids under 291719 if the specific identification of "azelaic acid" or "sebacic acid" is missed, or with 291819 (other carboxylic acids with alcohol function) if their specific structure is not recognized.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 291713, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 291713 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% 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 $187M 56% of world exports
- 2 India $35M 11% of world exports
- 3 Germany $29M 8.6% of world exports
World total: $332M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $74M 21% of world imports
- 2 Italy $43M 12% of world imports
- 3 United States $42M 12% of world imports
World total: $355M 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 2917.13 5
Brazil splits HS 2917.13 into 5 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2917.13.10 Azelaic acid, its salts and estersÁcido azelaico, seus sais e seus ésteres
- 2917.13.2 Sebacic acid, its salts and estersÁcido sebácico, seus sais e seus ésteres Group
- 2917.13.21 Sebacic acidÁcido sebácico
- 2917.13.22 Dibutyl sebacateSebacato de dibutila
- 2917.13.23 Dioctyl sebacateSebacato de dioctila
- 2917.13.29 Other sebacic acid salts and estersOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.17 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2917.13
What is HS code 291713?
HS code 291713 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Acids; acyclic polycarboxylic acids; azelaic acid, sebacic acid, their salts and esters. Azelaic acid, sebacic acid, and their derivatives are specialized acyclic polycarboxylic acids with significant applications in high-performance polymers, lubricants, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. This HS code specifically covers these compounds, which are often derived from natural oils (like oleic acid for azelaic acid, and castor oil for sebacic acid), making them attractive for "green chemistry" initiatives. Importers include industries focused on producing advanced plastics, bio-based lubricants, and dermatological products. Exporters are typically specialized chemical manufacturers, often from regions with agricultural resources suitable for their production. Key considerations in their trade include the purity required for specific applications (e.g., cosmetic grade vs. industrial grade), the sustainability of their sourcing, and their relatively higher value compared to more common commodity acids. Their unique properties, such as low-temperature flexibility and good thermal stability, drive their demand in niche markets.
What products fall under HS code 291713?
Azelaic acid, Sebacic acid, Dimethyl azelate, Diethyl azelate, Dioctyl sebacate, Dibutyl sebacate, Sodium sebacate, Potassium azelate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 291713?
This code might be confused with other acyclic polycarboxylic acids under 291719 if the specific identification of "azelaic acid" or "sebacic acid" is missed, or with 291819 (other carboxylic acids with alcohol function) if their specific structure is not recognized.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 291713?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 291713 in UN Comtrade data were China ($187M, 56% of world exports), India ($35M) and Germany ($29M). World exports came to about $332M, 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 291713?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 291713 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($74M, 21% of world imports), Italy ($43M) and the United States ($42M). World imports came to about $355M, 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 291713 structured?
HS code 291713 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (17) 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 291713?
Brazil splits HS code 291713 into 5 NCM codes: 2917.13.10 (Azelaic acid, its salts and esters), 2917.13.21 (Sebacic acid), 2917.13.22 (Dibutyl sebacate), 2917.13.23 (Dioctyl sebacate), 2917.13.29 (Other sebacic acid salts and esters). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.