HS Code for LPG cylinders

LPG cylinders are classified under HS code 7311.00, which covers containers for compressed or liquefied gas made of iron or steel. Unlike the fuel they contain, which is classified in Chapter 27, the containers themselves are classified based on their material composition and their specific function as pressure vessels. Chapter 73 is dedicated to articles of iron or steel, and heading 7311 is the specific destination for gas cylinders. The classification applies regardless of the cylinder's capacity, provided it is a transportable container designed to withstand internal pressure. This includes the heavy-duty steel bottles used for domestic cooking, portable camping gas canisters made of steel, and larger industrial tanks. The classification is driven by the "essential character" of the item as a metal container designed for high-pressure storage. Customs authorities look for compliance with pressure vessel standards and the material of construction (iron or steel) to confirm this classification.

Products Included

• Steel LPG bottles for domestic use
• Seamless steel cylinders for compressed gas
• Welded iron or steel gas containers
• Portable steel propane tanks

Common Misclassification

LPG cylinders are sometimes misclassified under 7310, which covers tanks, casks, and drums for liquids or solids, but specifically excludes those for compressed or liquefied gas. Another common error is classifying them under 8481 if they are imported with valves attached; however, the cylinder remains the primary article under 7311.00, while the valve is considered an accessory or part of the assembly.

FAQ

What is the HS code for LPG cylinders?

The HS code for iron or steel LPG cylinders is 7311.00.

Are aluminum gas cylinders classified here?

No, aluminum gas cylinders are classified under HS code 7613.00, as Chapter 76 covers articles of aluminum, following the same functional logic as heading 7311.