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HS Code 2711.11 : Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, Liquefied, Natural gas

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, liquefied, natural gas is 2711.11. Under the 2026 Dominican Republic (DGA), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0% [Dirección General of Aduanas (DGA)].

Chapter

Ch 27

Heading

2711

Subheading

2711.11

DO MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 27

Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons

Heading 2711

2711

Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons

Subheading .11

.11

Liquefied, Natural gas

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Dominican Republic (Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA) Tariff 2026)

2711.11

Representative General Duty

Verified July 2026 · Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA)

MODULE 5: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC IMPORT DUTY & 18% ITBIS BREAKDOWN

Base Customs Duty

MFN Rate [Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA)]

Import VAT / Tax Rate

18% ITBIS

Local Tax Rate

De Minimis Threshold

US$200

Customs Exemption Limit

Notice: Dominican Republic customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 18% ITBIS are governed by Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA). Always verify declarable lines with Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA) prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

0% Additional Duty (Exempt)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, Liquefied, Natural gas

MODULE 11: DGA Dominican Republic Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA) for HS 2711.11.

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Dominican Republic Declarable Tariff Schedule (2711.11)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Dominican Republic (DGA): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 0%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Dirección General of Aduanas (DGA)).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
2711.12	Subheading under Heading 2711	Compare Subheading 2711.12 →
2711.13	Subheading under Heading 2711	Compare Subheading 2711.13 →
2711.14	Subheading under Heading 2711	Compare Subheading 2711.14 →
2711.19	Subheading under Heading 2711	Compare Subheading 2711.19 →
2711.21	Subheading under Heading 2711	Compare Subheading 2711.21 →
2711.29	Subheading under Heading 2711	Compare Subheading 2711.29 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Chapter 27 Tariff Schedule (2026) ↗

Official U.S. 10-digit tariff lines and general duty rates for Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, Liquefied, Natural gas.

CBP CROSS Ruling Database (2711.11) ↗

Binding customs classification precedents for Heading 2711.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, Liquefied, Natural gas?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, Liquefied, Natural gas is classified under HS 2711.11 (Heading 2711, Chapter 27). The representative DO MFN general duty rate is 0%.

How is HS 2711.11 distinguished within Heading 2711 (Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons)?

Heading 2711 covers Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons. Subheading 2711.11 specifically isolates Liquefied, Natural gas. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 2711.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 2711.11?

Related subheadings under Heading 2711 include 2711.12, 2711.13, 2711.14, 2711.19, 2711.21, 2711.29. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, Liquefied, Natural gas?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 2711.11 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, Liquefied, Natural gas?

Commercial shipments of Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, Liquefied, Natural gas with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 2711.11?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 2711.11 in Dominican Republic?

Commercial imports of Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons, Liquefied, Natural gas under HS 2711.11 into Dominican Republic are subject to 18% ITBIS, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Dominican Republic?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Dominican Republic is US$200. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Dominican Republic?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and DGA Dominican Republic Advance Ruling System for HS 2711.11 are administered by Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA).

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