HS Code 2510
Natural Calcium Phosphates
HS code 2510 covers natural calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk, the essential raw materials for global phosphate fertiliser production.
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HS Code 2510 — Natural Calcium Phosphates
This code covers natural rock phosphates, which are the primary raw material for manufacturing phosphate fertilisers and phosphoric acid. It includes both ground and unground forms.
What's included
- Apatite
- Rock phosphate
- Ground natural calcium phosphate
- Unground natural aluminium calcium phosphate
What's excluded
- Chemical fertilisers → use
3103(Processed fertilisers containing phosphate are in Chapter 31.)
Common examples
- Natural rock phosphate for fertiliser plants
- Unground apatite concentrate
- Ground phosphatic chalk
Frequently asked questions
Is ground phosphate classified here?
Yes, both ground and unground natural calcium phosphates are included in this code.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Identify P2O5 (phosphorus pentoxide) content as it determines the grade and value.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Morocco, Jordan, Egypt
- Top importers: India, United States, Brazil
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Key takeaway
The backbone of the global fertiliser supply chain; almost always duty-free as a raw material.
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