HS Code 2520
Gypsum, Anhydrite and Plasters
HS code 2520 covers natural gypsum and anhydrite, as well as plasters consisting of calcined gypsum or calcium sulphate, whether or not coloured.
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HS Code 2520 — Gypsum, Anhydrite and Plasters
This code includes natural gypsum and anhydrite, along with plasters made from calcined gypsum. They are fundamental to the construction industry for making wallboard, plastering buildings, and as a cement additive.
What's included
- Natural gypsum rock
- Anhydrite
- Calcined gypsum (Plaster of Paris)
- Coloured plaster
- Retarded/Accelerated plasters
What's excluded
- Gypsum wallboard → use
6809(Fully manufactured boards are articles of gypsum.) - Dental plaster → use
3824(Specially prepared dental plasters are under 3824.)
Common examples
- Raw gypsum mineral for cement mills
- Bagged Plaster of Paris
- Anhydrite rock for chemistry
- Industrial gypsum powder
Frequently asked questions
Is finished drywall under 2520?
No, heading 2520 only covers the raw material and the powder (plaster). Panels and boards are under 6809.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6%
- Documentation: Invoice should verify if the gypsum is natural or has been calcined into plaster.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Oman, Thailand, Spain, Canada
- Top importers: India, United States, Vietnam, Japan
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Key takeaway
Covers natural minerals and the semi-processed plaster powder, but excludes manufactured articles like sheets.
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