Product classification

HS code for Cyclohexane: 2902.11

Cyclic hydrocarbons, cyclohexane.

Classification of cyclohexane under HS 2902.11

Cyclohexane is classified under HS code 2902.11 because it is a cyclic hydrocarbon belonging to the cyclanic series. According to the Harmonized System's Chapter 29, which governs organic chemicals, products must generally be separate chemically defined compounds to be classified here. Cyclohexane (C6H12) fits this criterion perfectly. Heading 2902 specifically addresses hydrocarbons, and the subheadings are organized by the molecular structure. Since cyclohexane is a saturated alicyclic hydrocarbon, it falls under the category of cyclanes. Subheading 2902.11 is a specific provision for this compound, reflecting its significant industrial importance as a precursor in the production of nylon and as a non-polar solvent. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the product is used as a laboratory reagent or a bulk industrial feedstock, provided it meets the purity standards set forth in the Chapter 29 notes, which typically require the substance to be at least 95% pure by weight. If the product contains significant additives or is part of a mixture, the classification may shift to Chapter 27 or 38.

Covers
  • Pure cyclohexane (95% or more purity)
  • Technical grade cyclohexane
  • Cyclohexane used as a laboratory reagent
  • Cyclohexane feedstock for adipic acid production
Also under 2902.11
  • BASF (producer)
  • Sinopec (producer)
  • ExxonMobil Chemical (producer)
  • INVISTA (producer)
  • Sumitomo Chemical (producer)

Codes often confused with 2902.11

Common mistake. Cyclohexane is frequently confused with benzene, which is classified under HS code 2902.20. While both are six-carbon rings, benzene is an aromatic hydrocarbon, whereas cyclohexane is a saturated cyclane. Another common error involves petroleum fractions containing cyclohexane; if the product is not a separate chemically defined compound but rather a mixture of hydrocarbons obtained by the distillation of petroleum, it must be classified under heading 2710. Furthermore, other cyclanes like cyclopropane or cyclobutane fall under 2902.19, so precise identification of the ring structure is required.

2902.20Cyclic hydrocarbons; benzene27.10Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude; preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals; these being the basic constituents of the preparations; waste oils2902.19Cyclic hydrocarbons; cyclanes, cyclenes and cycloterpenes, excluding cyclohexane

Top exporters and importers of HS 290211 (the code used for cyclohexane), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 290211 (the code used for cyclohexane) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 58% of world imports. Mexico reports $1.1B of its heading 2902 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 290211, not only cyclohexane.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Germany $161M
  2. 2 Saudi Arabia $157M
  3. 3 Belgium $89M

World total: $568M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Belgium $278M
  2. 2 France $95M
  3. 3 Japan $12M

Mexico reports $1.1B of its heading 2902 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.

World total: $477M 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 cyclohexane

Brazil classifies cyclohexane under NCM 2902.11.00: HS 2902.11 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about cyclohexane

What is the HS code for Cyclohexane?

The HS code for Cyclohexane is 290211 (Cyclic hydrocarbons; cyclohexane). The specific HS code for cyclohexane is 2902.11, which falls under the broader category of cyclic hydrocarbons.

How do I classify Cyclohexane for customs?

Cyclohexane is classified under HS code 290211 — Cyclic hydrocarbons; cyclohexane. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does the purity of cyclohexane affect its HS code?

Yes, for classification in Chapter 29, the product must generally be a separate chemically defined compound. If it is a crude petroleum distillate containing cyclohexane, it belongs in Chapter 27.

Which countries are the top exporters of cyclohexane (HS 290211)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 290211 (the code used for cyclohexane) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($161M, 28% of world exports), Saudi Arabia ($157M) and Belgium ($89M). World exports came to about $568M, 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 cyclohexane (HS 290211)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 290211 (the code used for cyclohexane) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($278M, 58% of world imports), France ($95M) and Japan ($12M). World imports came to about $477M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $1.1B of its heading 2902 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Is the HS code for Cyclohexane the same in all countries?

The base HS code 290211 for Cyclohexane 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 cyclohexane in Brazil?

In Brazil, cyclohexane (HS 290211) is classified under NCM 2902.11.00.