Liquefied Propane Gas (LPG) for Industrial Heating

Liquefied propane gas, a petroleum gas liquefied under pressure, used primarily for industrial heating applications such as furnaces and kilns. It falls under HTS 2711.12.0020 as 'other' propane, distinct from butane or propane-butane mixtures, meeting the criteria for liquefied petroleum gases not specified elsewhere in the subheading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2711.13.00Same rate: 25%

If mixed with butane exceeding 50% propane content

Propane-butane mixtures are classified separately under 2711.13, shifting from pure 'other' propane.

2901.10Lower: 10% vs 25%

If chemically separated as pure propane exceeding aromatic limits

Highly refined acyclic hydrocarbons like pure propane may fall under Chapter 29 if not qualifying as petroleum gas.

8409.91Lower: 12.5% vs 25%

If imported as part of a complete propane-fueled engine or machinery

When incorporated into machinery parts, classification moves to Chapter 84 based on principal function.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify propane purity exceeds 90% to confirm classification under 2711.12; obtain lab analysis certificates for customs

Ship in DOT-approved pressure vessels or ISO tanks; include safety data sheets (SDS) and ensure compliance with PHMSA regulations

Avoid misdeclaration as butane mixtures (2711.13), which changes duty; measure volume at 15.6°C per chapter notes