Liquefied Propane for Greenhouse Heating
Liquefied Propane for greenhouse heating is a petroleum gas liquefied under pressure, used in agricultural settings for greenhouse and crop drying heaters. It is classified as 'other' propane under tariff item 2711.12.90, excluding retail or motor fuel uses. This product is typically supplied in bulk to agricultural operations, not in small containers ready for use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the propane is in containers ready for use, such as cylinders for direct consumer use
This subheading covers propane in containers ready for use, which would apply to smaller packaged units.
If the product is predominantly butane or a butane-propane blend with butane as the main component
Butane is classified separately, and the dominant hydrocarbon determines the subheading.
If the product is a mixture of liquefied petroleum gases not otherwise specified
This residual subheading covers other liquefied petroleum gases and gaseous hydrocarbons.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the propane is for agricultural use and not for retail sale, as this affects the tariff classification
• Provide documentation showing the end-use (e.g
• greenhouse heating) to the CBSA if requested
• Verify that the product meets Canadian propane quality standards (e.g
• CAN/CGSB-3.14) and comply with provincial regulations for storage and handling
Related Products under Tariff item 2711.12.90
Autogas Propane Fuel 92% Purity
Liquefied propane formulated for automotive use with 92% purity, used in converted vehicles and buses as alternative fuel. This product falls under tariff item 2711.12.90 as it is propane in bulk liquefied form, not in containers ready for use, and is intended for automotive applications.
Bulk Liquefied Propane Rail Car
Bulk liquefied propane transported in DOT-113 rail tank cars for industrial distribution and transfer to storage terminals. This product falls under tariff item 2711.12.90 as it is propane in liquefied form, not packaged in containers ready for use, and is intended for bulk industrial supply rather than retail sale.
Commercial Bulk Liquefied Propane
Bulk liquefied propane supplied in large volumes for commercial uses like forklifts and warehouse heating. This product falls under tariff item 2711.12.90 as it is propane in bulk liquefied form, not in containers ready for use, and is intended for commercial applications.
Commercial Grade Liquefied Propane Fuel
Propane liquefied under pressure with 90-95% purity, supplied in bulk for forklift and fleet vehicle fueling stations. This product falls under tariff item 2711.12.90 as it is propane in bulk liquefied form, not in containers ready for use, and is intended for commercial fueling applications.
Commercial Propane for Forklifts
High-purity liquefied propane designed for fueling industrial forklifts and warehouse equipment, typically odorized with ethyl mercaptan. This product falls under tariff item 2711.12.90 as it is propane in bulk form, not in containers ready for use, and is supplied for commercial fueling applications.
High-Purity Liquefied Propane LPG
Liquefied petroleum gas consisting of propane with at least 90% purity by liquid volume, used primarily as a fuel for industrial and residential heating. This product falls under tariff item 2711.12.90 as it is propane in bulk liquefied form, not in containers ready for use.