Liquefied Ethane for Petrochemical Feedstock from China
Liquefied ethane (C2H6) is a gaseous hydrocarbon chilled to below -89°C for storage and transport as a liquid. It falls under HTS 2711.19.00.10 as 'other' liquefied petroleum gases, specifically ethane, distinct from methane, propane, or butanes. Primarily used as a feedstock for ethylene production via steam cracking.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity exceeds 95% ethane content via lab analysis to confirm classification under 2711.19.00.10; impurities may shift to 2711.19.00.50
• Obtain cryogenic tank approvals and DOT hazardous material certifications for transport; include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• Monitor ethane spot prices and LNG terminal availability; avoid common pitfalls like incorrect temperature logging during customs inspection