HS Chapter 29 — Organic chemicals
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
Chapter number
Section
Section name
Typical duty
By subheading & market
HS headings
4-digit headings
What Chapter 29 covers
Hydrocarbons, alcohols, phenols, carboxylic acids, amines and other organic compounds.
Common HS headings in Chapter 29
- 2901 Acyclic hydrocarbons
- 2905 Acyclic alcohols
- 2941 Antibiotics
Classification notes
Functional group and carbon chain govern classification; precursors need compliance care.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 29
What Chapter 29 covers
Hydrocarbons, alcohols, phenols, carboxylic acids, amines and other organic compounds.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 29?
Common HS headings in Chapter 29 include: 2901 Acyclic hydrocarbons; 2905 Acyclic alcohols; 2941 Antibiotics.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 29 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 29 products?
Functional group and carbon chain govern classification; precursors need compliance care.