HS Code 2507
Kaolin and Other Kaolinic Clays
HS code 2507 covers kaolin and other kaolinic clays, including calcined forms, primarily used in the paper, ceramic, and pharmaceutical industries.
4-digit Section VFCL
HS Code 2507 — Kaolin and Other Kaolinic Clays
Kaolin, often called 'China Clay', is a white clay mineral. It is used extensively in paper coating, ceramics, cosmetics, and as a filler in plastics and paint.
What's included
- China clay
- Calcined kaolin
- Paper-grade kaolin
- Bentonitic kaolin
What's excluded
- Cosmetic face masks containing kaolin → use
3304(Prepared cosmetic products are under Chapter 33.)
Common examples
- Hydrous kaolin for paper coating
- Refined China clay for porcelain
- Calcined kaolin powder
Frequently asked questions
What is calcined kaolin?
It is kaolin that has been heat-treated to improve brightness and hardness, though it remains under heading 2507.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Standard commercial shipping documents apply; mention if material is calcined.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: United States, United Kingdom, Brazil
- Top importers: China, Germany, Japan
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Key takeaway
Kaolin is a major industrial mineral; classification is stable even after calcination.
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