Product classification
HS code for Aluminum gas cylinders: 7613.00
Aluminium, containers for compressed or liquefied gas.
Classification of aluminum gas cylinders under HS 7613.00
Aluminum gas cylinders are classified under HS code 761300, which specifically covers "Aluminium; containers for compressed or liquefied gas." This classification is determined by two primary factors: the material of construction, which is aluminum, and the intended function, which is the containment of gases under pressure (either compressed or liquefied). This distinct heading ensures that specialized pressure vessels made from aluminum, designed for the safe storage and transport of various gases, are accurately identified for customs and regulatory purposes, separating them from general-purpose aluminum containers.
- Covers
- Aluminum cylinders for compressed air
- Aluminum oxygen cylinders
- Aluminum carbon dioxide (CO2) cylinders
- Aluminum scuba tanks
- Aluminum propane cylinders (for liquefied gas)
- Aluminum medical gas cylinders
- Also under 7613.00
- Luxfer gas cylinders
- Catalina Cylinders
- Worthington Industries scuba tanks
- medical oxygen tanks for hospitals
- SodaStream CO2 cylinders
Codes often confused with 7613.00
Common mistake. A common misclassification can occur with HS code 731100, which covers "Containers for compressed or liquefied gas, of iron or steel." The critical distinction between 761300 and 731100 is the material of construction: 761300 is exclusively for aluminum cylinders, while 731100 is for those made of iron or steel. Another potential area of confusion is with HS code 7612, which covers "Aluminium; casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (including rigid or collapsible tubular containers), for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of a capacity not exceeding 300 litres, not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment." The key differentiator here is the intended use: 761300 is specifically for gas under pressure, whereas 7612 is for general-purpose containers holding non-pressurized materials.
Top exporters and importers of HS 761300 (the code used for aluminum gas cylinders), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 761300 (the code used for aluminum gas cylinders) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 24% 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 761300, not only aluminum gas cylinders.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $161M 19% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $113M 13% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $104M 12% of world exports
World total: $859M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $208M 24% of world imports
- 2 Germany $78M 9.0% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $60M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $866M 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 aluminum gas cylinders
Brazil classifies aluminum gas cylinders under NCM 7613.00.00: HS 7613.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Questions about aluminum gas cylinders
What is the HS code for Aluminum gas cylinders?
The HS code for Aluminum gas cylinders is 761300 (Aluminium; containers for compressed or liquefied gas). The HS code for aluminum gas cylinders, designed for compressed or liquefied gas, is 761300.
How do I classify Aluminum gas cylinders for customs?
Aluminum gas cylinders is classified under HS code 761300 — Aluminium; containers for compressed or liquefied gas. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are all aluminum containers classified under HS code 761300?
No, only aluminum containers specifically designed for compressed or liquefied gas are classified under 761300. Other aluminum containers for non-pressurized materials, such as cans, drums, or boxes, are typically classified under HS codes like 7612.
Which countries are the top exporters of aluminum gas cylinders (HS 761300)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 761300 (the code used for aluminum gas cylinders) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($161M, 19% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($113M) and the Netherlands ($104M). World exports came to about $859M, 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 aluminum gas cylinders (HS 761300)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 761300 (the code used for aluminum gas cylinders) in UN Comtrade data were India ($208M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($78M) and the Netherlands ($60M). World imports came to about $866M, 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 Aluminum gas cylinders the same in all countries?
The base HS code 761300 for Aluminum gas cylinders 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 aluminum gas cylinders in Brazil?
In Brazil, aluminum gas cylinders (HS 761300) is classified under NCM 7613.00.00.