Product classification
HS code for Methylcyclohexanol: 2906.12
Alcohols, cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols.
Classification of methylcyclohexanol under HS 2906.12
Methylcyclohexanol is classified under HS code 2906.12, which falls within Chapter 29 of the Harmonized System for organic chemicals. Specifically, heading 2906 covers cyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives. Methylcyclohexanol is a cyclanic alcohol, meaning it contains a hydroxyl group attached to a saturated carbon atom that is part of a ring structure. The classification is determined by the chemical structure of the molecule, which consists of a cyclohexane ring with both a methyl group and a hydroxyl group attached. Because it is a specifically named cyclanic alcohol in the sub-heading 2906.12, it takes precedence over more general categories within the chapter.
- Covers
- Ortho-Methylcyclohexanol
- Meta-Methylcyclohexanol
- Para-Methylcyclohexanol
- Dimethylcyclohexanols
- Mixed isomers of methylcyclohexanol
- Also under 2906.12
- BASF Cyclohexanol
- Dow Chemical Cyclohexanol
- Invista (nylon production)
- Ascend Performance Materials (nylon intermediates)
Codes often confused with 2906.12
Common mistake. Methylcyclohexanol is frequently confused with HS code 2914.22, which is the code for Methylcyclohexanone. The distinction lies in the functional group: 2906.12 is for the alcohol (hydroxyl group), while 2914.22 is for the ketone (carbonyl group). Additionally, it may be confused with 2906.11, which is reserved specifically for Menthol. While menthol is also a cyclanic alcohol, it has a distinct sub-heading. Importers must also avoid using 3814.00, which covers organic composite solvents, unless the methylcyclohexanol is part of a complex mixture rather than a pure chemical compound.
Top exporters and importers of HS 290612 (the code used for methylcyclohexanol), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 290612 (the code used for methylcyclohexanol) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 62% 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 290612, not only methylcyclohexanol.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $56M 45% of world exports
- 2 Italy $34M 28% of world exports
- 3 Germany $14M 11% of world exports
World total: $125M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 South Korea $58M 62% of world imports
- 2 Italy $13M 14% of world imports
- 3 Germany $11M 12% of world imports
World total: $94M 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 methylcyclohexanol
Brazil classifies methylcyclohexanol under NCM 2906.12.00: HS 2906.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about methylcyclohexanol
What is the HS code for Methylcyclohexanol?
The HS code for Methylcyclohexanol is 290612 (Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols). The specific HS code for Methylcyclohexanol and its dimethyl derivatives is 2906.12.
How do I classify Methylcyclohexanol for customs?
Methylcyclohexanol is classified under HS code 290612 — Alcohols; cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, cyclohexanol, methylcyclohexanols and dimethylcyclohexanols. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is Methylcyclohexanol classified differently if it is an isomer?
No, HS code 2906.12 covers all isomers of methylcyclohexanol, including the ortho, meta, and para positions, as well as dimethylcyclohexanols.
Which countries are the top exporters of methylcyclohexanol (HS 290612)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 290612 (the code used for methylcyclohexanol) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($56M, 45% of world exports), Italy ($34M) and Germany ($14M). World exports came to about $125M, 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 methylcyclohexanol (HS 290612)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 290612 (the code used for methylcyclohexanol) in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($58M, 62% of world imports), Italy ($13M) and Germany ($11M). World imports came to about $94M, 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 Methylcyclohexanol the same in all countries?
The base HS code 290612 for Methylcyclohexanol 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 methylcyclohexanol in Brazil?
In Brazil, methylcyclohexanol (HS 290612) is classified under NCM 2906.12.00.