Product classification
HS code for Acrylonitrile: 2926.10
Nitrile-function compounds, acrylonitrile.
Classification of acrylonitrile under HS 2926.10
Acrylonitrile is classified under HS code 292610 because it is a specific nitrile-function compound. Chapter 29 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to organic chemicals, and within this chapter, heading 2926 covers compounds with nitrile-function. Acrylonitrile, with its distinct chemical structure (CH2=CHCN) and the presence of a nitrile group, perfectly fits this description. Its classification is based on its precise chemical identity as an organic compound with a specific functional group, rather than its end-use or physical form.
- Covers
- Pure acrylonitrile monomer.
- Acrylonitrile used as a chemical intermediate.
- Acrylonitrile for the production of acrylic fibres.
- Acrylonitrile for the synthesis of ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) plastics.
- Acrylonitrile for the manufacture of nitrile rubber.
- Also under 2926.10
- Acrylic fibers (e.g., for sweaters, carpets)
- ABS plastic (e.g., LEGO bricks, car parts, appliance housings)
- Nitrile rubber (e.g., medical gloves, O-rings, hoses)
Codes often confused with 2926.10
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for acrylonitrile can occur with other nitrile-function compounds or related organic chemicals. HS code 292690 covers "other" nitrile-function compounds, which would include any nitrile compound not specifically listed elsewhere, such as acetonitrile or benzonitrile. It is crucial to distinguish acrylonitrile from its polymers; for instance, polyacrylonitrile in primary forms would be classified under Chapter 39 (Plastics and articles thereof), not Chapter 29, as it represents a different chemical state. Additionally, compounds with different functional groups, such as amine-function compounds (HS 2921), are distinct and should not be confused with nitrile-function compounds.
Top exporters and importers of HS 292610 (the code used for acrylonitrile), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 292610 (the code used for acrylonitrile) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 16% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 292610, not only acrylonitrile.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $331M 19% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $327M 19% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$324M 19% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $251M 16% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $237M 15% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $156M 9.9% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 acrylonitrile
Brazil classifies acrylonitrile under NCM 2926.10.00: HS 2926.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about acrylonitrile
What is the HS code for Acrylonitrile?
The HS code for Acrylonitrile is 292610 (Nitrile-function compounds; acrylonitrile). The HS code for acrylonitrile, a nitrile-function compound, is 292610.
How do I classify Acrylonitrile for customs?
Acrylonitrile is classified under HS code 292610 — Nitrile-function compounds; acrylonitrile. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Why is acrylonitrile classified under Chapter 29 of the Harmonized System?
Acrylonitrile is classified under Chapter 29 because this chapter is specifically designated for organic chemicals. As a distinct organic compound with a well-defined chemical structure and a nitrile functional group, it falls squarely within the scope of organic chemistry, which is the primary criterion for classification in this chapter.
Which countries are the top exporters of acrylonitrile (HS 292610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 292610 (the code used for acrylonitrile) in UN Comtrade data were China ($331M, 19% of world exports), the Netherlands ($327M) and Taiwan (about $324M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 acrylonitrile (HS 292610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 292610 (the code used for acrylonitrile) in UN Comtrade data were India ($251M, 16% of world imports), South Korea ($237M) and Thailand ($156M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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.
Is the HS code for Acrylonitrile the same in all countries?
The base HS code 292610 for Acrylonitrile is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for acrylonitrile in Brazil?
In Brazil, acrylonitrile (HS 292610) is classified under NCM 2926.10.00.