Liquefied Propane Gas (LPG) from China
Liquefied propane gas is a flammable hydrocarbon gas stored under pressure in liquid form, primarily used for heating, cooking, and as a vehicle fuel. It falls under HTS 2711.19.00.20 as 'other' liquefied petroleum gases excluding natural gas and butane. This classification applies to propane with purity levels suitable for commercial and industrial applications.
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the gas composition via certificate of analysis to confirm it meets 'other liquefied petroleum gases' criteria excluding natural gas
• Ensure transport containers comply with DOT and IMDG regulations for hazardous materials; include safety data sheets
• Check for country-specific quotas or anti-dumping duties on LPG from certain origins like the Middle East