Product classification
HS code for Petroleum gas: 2711.29
Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, in gaseous state, other than natural gas.
Classification of petroleum gas under HS 2711.29
Petroleum gas in a gaseous state, excluding natural gas, is classified under HS code 271129. Heading 2711 covers petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons. The heading is split into two main sections: liquefied gases (27111x) and gaseous state (27112x). Subheading 271129 is a residual category for gases that are not natural gas (which is 271121). This classification includes various hydrocarbons that remain in a gaseous state at standard temperature and pressure, such as butane, propane, or ethylene, provided they are not liquefied for transport and are not of a purity that would require classification in Chapter 29. The distinction between the liquefied and gaseous states is the primary driver for classification within this heading, as the physical state significantly impacts the handling and safety regulations applied during customs clearance.
- Covers
- Gaseous butane (non-liquefied)
- Gaseous propane (non-liquefied)
- Gaseous ethylene, propylene, and butylene
- Other refinery gases in gaseous form
- Hydrocarbon gas mixtures in gaseous state
- Also under 2711.29
- Industrial facilities (refineries, chemical plants) using their own off-gases
- local gas distribution networks for specific industrial zones
- companies like Air Products
- Messer
- Linde.
Codes often confused with 2711.29
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs between 271129 and the liquefied versions of the same gases, such as 271112 (liquefied propane) or 271113 (liquefied butane). Importers must confirm the physical state of the gas at the time of border crossing. Additionally, 271121 (natural gas in gaseous state) is often confused with 271129; however, 271121 is strictly for methane-rich natural gas, while 271129 covers other petroleum-derived gaseous hydrocarbons.
Top exporters and importers of HS 271129 (the code used for petroleum gas), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 271129 (the code used for petroleum gas) in UN Comtrade data was Nigeria, with 78% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 45% of world imports. Algeria did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($1.3B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. The Netherlands reports $17.6B of its chapter 27 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers. Tunisia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($1.3B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 271129, not only petroleum gas.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Nigeria $4.2B 78% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $700M 13% of world exports
- 3 Italy $404M 7.5% of world exports
Algeria did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($1.3B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $5.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Arab Emirates* ~$559M 45% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Italy $534M 43% of world imports
- 3 Gibraltar* ~$35M 2.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
The Netherlands reports $17.6B of its chapter 27 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Tunisia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($1.3B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $1.2B 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 petroleum gas
Brazil splits HS 2711.29 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 2711.29.10Butanes in gaseous state
- 2711.29.90Other gaseous hydrocarbons in gaseous state
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about petroleum gas
What is the HS code for Petroleum gas?
The HS code for Petroleum gas is 271129 (Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; in gaseous state, other than natural gas). Petroleum gas in a gaseous state (other than natural gas) is classified under HS code 271129.
How do I classify Petroleum gas for customs?
Petroleum gas is classified under HS code 271129 — Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons; in gaseous state, other than natural gas. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between 271119 and 271129?
HS code 271119 is for other petroleum gases in a liquefied state, while 271129 is for those same gases in a gaseous state.
Which countries are the top exporters of petroleum gas (HS 271129)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 271129 (the code used for petroleum gas) in UN Comtrade data were Nigeria ($4.2B, 78% of world exports), Malaysia ($700M) and Italy ($404M). World exports came to about $5.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Algeria did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its exports here ($1.3B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of petroleum gas (HS 271129)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 271129 (the code used for petroleum gas) in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $559M, 45% of world imports), Italy ($534M) and Gibraltar (about $35M). World imports came to about $1.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The Netherlands reports $17.6B of its chapter 27 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers. Tunisia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($1.3B, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Petroleum gas the same in all countries?
The base HS code 271129 for Petroleum gas 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 petroleum gas in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 271129 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for petroleum gas depends on the product's details: 2711.29.10 (Butanes in gaseous state), 2711.29.90 (Other gaseous hydrocarbons in gaseous state).