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U.S. exports of natural gas liquids (End-Use 11130) totaled $3.8B in April 2026, traded with 87 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataNatural gas liquids (NGLs) — including ethane, propane, butane, and natural gasoline — are separated from raw natural gas at processing plants and exported primarily as petrochemical feedstocks and fuel blending components. US NGL exports have grown substantially with shale production, making the country a major global supplier of ethane to crackers in Europe and Asia. Export documentation typically requires accurate specification of the NGL mix or individual component, as each fraction may carry different commodity classifications and destination-country tariff treatment.
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For US export statistics, individual NGL fractions such as ethane, propane, and butane are aggregated under the Natural Gas Liquids end-use category. However, for Electronic Export Information filing purposes, each fraction is reported under its specific Schedule B commodity code, which matters for accurate trade data and any applicable export controls.
NGL exports generally require a Shipper's Export Declaration (filed as EEI in AES), a bill of lading, a certificate of quality or product specification sheet, and compliance with DOT hazardous materials transport regulations. Cryogenic or pressurized shipments also require vessel compatibility documentation and may be subject to port-specific handling requirements.
End-Use codes describe different products on the import and export sides. Cross-direction imports are not shown for this slug.
Monthly export values over time
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