Product classification

HS code for LPG: 2711.19

Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711.

Classification of LPG under HS 2711.19

LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) that consists of butane or mixtures of various gaseous hydrocarbons is classified under HS code 2711.19. This is a residual or "basket" category within heading 2711 for liquefied petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons not elsewhere specified (n.e.c.). The classification logic relies on the fact that the product is a hydrocarbon, it is in a liquefied state, and it does not meet the specific criteria for natural gas (2711.11) or pure propane (2711.12). In many jurisdictions, this code is the primary classification for liquefied butane or the common propane-butane mixes used in automotive and domestic applications. The Harmonized System uses this subheading to capture the wide variety of commercial gas blends that are traded internationally. Because LPG is a versatile fuel used in heating, cooking, and as an engine fuel (autogas), its classification under 2711.19 ensures that various blends are captured under a consistent international framework regardless of the specific ratio of the gases involved.

Covers
  • Liquefied butane
  • Propane-butane mixtures (LPG)
  • Liquefied ethylene (of a purity less than 95%)
  • Liquefied propylene (of a purity less than 90%)
  • Other liquefied gaseous hydrocarbons n.e.c.
Also under 2711.19
  • Air Liquide
  • Linde
  • Praxair (now Linde)
  • various specialty chemical suppliers
  • industrial gas companies
  • Shell (specialty blends).

Codes often confused with 2711.19

Common mistake. LPG is often confused with 2711.12 (liquefied propane). If the gas mixture is predominantly propane (usually over 90-95%), it must be classified under 2711.12. Similarly, if the product is pure natural gas in liquid form, it belongs in 2711.11. Misclassification also occurs with 2901.24, which covers chemically pure butanes; 2711.19 is for fuel-grade or technical-grade mixtures.

2711.12Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; liquefied, propane2711.11Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; liquefied, natural gas2901.24Acyclic hydrocarbons; unsaturated, buta-1,3-diene and isoprene

Top exporters and importers of HS 271119 (the code used for LPG), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 271119 (the code used for LPG) in UN Comtrade data was Nigeria, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, 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 271119, not only LPG.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Nigeria $924M
  2. 2 Algeria* ~$834M
  3. 3 Iran* ~$748M

World total: $6.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Türkiye $1.7B
  2. 2 Pakistan $1.0B
  3. 3 Philippines $719M

World total: $7.2B 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. 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 LPG

Brazil splits HS 2711.19 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

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

Questions about LPG

What is the HS code for LPG?

The HS code for LPG is 271119 (Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711). The HS code for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (mixtures or butane) is 2711.19.

How do I classify LPG for customs?

LPG is classified under HS code 271119 — Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include the gas cylinder?

No, the HS code 2711.19 only covers the gas itself. The metal container or cylinder used to transport the gas is classified separately under Chapter 73.

Which countries are the top exporters of LPG (HS 271119)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 271119 (the code used for LPG) in UN Comtrade data were Nigeria ($924M, 13% of world exports), Algeria (about $834M) and Iran (about $748M). World exports came to about $6.9B, 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 LPG (HS 271119)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 271119 (the code used for LPG) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($1.7B, 24% of world imports), Pakistan ($1.0B) and the Philippines ($719M). World imports came to about $7.2B, 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 LPG the same in all countries?

The base HS code 271119 for LPG 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 LPG in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 271119 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for LPG depends on the product's details: 2711.19.10 (Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)), 2711.19.90 (Other liquefied gaseous hydrocarbons).