Liquefied Iso-Butane Aerosol Propellant
Bulk liquefied isobutane used as a hydrocarbon propellant in aerosol manufacturing, shipped in 50-gallon drums. This product is classified under tariff item 2711.13.00 as butanes, which includes isobutane, and is not a separate chemically defined compound.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product contains butylene or butadiene
These are separate liquefied petroleum gases under the tariff.
If the isobutane is mixed with other gases like propane
Mixtures not covered by specific subheadings fall here.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the isobutane purity (98% minimum) and intended use as a propellant on the commercial invoice
• Verify that the drums are compliant with Canadian TDG regulations for flammable gases and that the product is not mixed with other hydrocarbons that could change classification
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