Liquefied Butane Gas from China

Liquefied butane is a hydrocarbon gas liquefied under pressure, commonly used in portable stoves, lighters, and as a refrigerant. Classified in HTS 2711.19.00 as 'other' liquefied petroleum gases, excluding specific gases like propane or natural gas.

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

Provide detailed hydrocarbon analysis certificates to distinguish from butane-propane blends under 2711.12.00

Ensure packaging meets UN pressure vessel standards for hazardous material declaration

Monitor seasonal demand fluctuations that may affect bonding or duty drawback eligibility