Propane Gas for Industrial Heating
High-purity propane gas supplied in gaseous state via pipelines or cylinders for industrial heating applications. Classified under HTS 2711.29.00.60 as 'other' petroleum gases and gaseous hydrocarbons not specifically enumerated, excluding LPG mixtures. Meets criteria for gaseous hydrocarbons derived from petroleum processing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | β | Free |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | β | Free |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | β | Free |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | β | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) mixture of propane and butanes
LPG mixtures primarily of propane-butanes fall under 2711.12 when in gaseous state, distinguished by specific hydrocarbon blend.
If butanes-dominant mixture
Shifts to butanes subheading if composition exceeds propane thresholds, based on petroleum gas specifications.
If high-purity ethylene gas for chemical synthesis
Pure acyclic hydrocarbons like ethylene classify under Chapter 29 when not considered general petroleum gases.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Verify gas composition via lab analysis to confirm it qualifies as 'other' under 2711.29, avoiding misclassification as propane-butanes mixtures (2711.13)
β’ Ensure proper documentation of gaseous state at import (e.g
β’ pressure specs) and comply with DOT hazardous materials regulations for transport
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