Natural Gas Pipeline Feedstock

Processed natural gas in gaseous state delivered via pipelines for industrial feedstock use. HTS 2711.29.00.60 covers this as other gaseous hydrocarbons from petroleum or natural sources, excluding specific named gases.

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.

2716.00.00Lower: Free vs 25%

If electrical energy co-imported or converted

Electrical energy from gas processes falls under 2716, excluding communication uses.

2709.00.10Same rate: 25%

If crude petroleum oils used as gas precursors

Unrefined oils for gas production classify under 2709 before processing into gases.

8411.82.80Higher: 37.5% vs 25%

If gas turbines or turbojets using this as fuel

Complete gas-fueled engines shift to Chapter 84 as machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use periodic entry reporting as per US notes for energy imports; no standard 19 U.S.C. 1484 requirements

Document calorific value and volatile matter to distinguish from coal gases if blended

Avoid undervaluation by accurately metering volumes in barrels (158.98L at 15.6°C)