HS Code 2713

Petroleum Coke and Bitumen

HS code 2713 covers petroleum coke, petroleum bitumen, and other solid residues from oil refining, primarily used in fuel, road paving, and aluminium smelting.

4-digit Section VBulk Hazmat 4.2

HS Code 2713 — Petroleum Coke and Bitumen

This code covers the solid residues of petroleum refining, including petroleum coke and bitumen. These materials are used for road construction, roofing, and as fuel or carbon sources in heavy industry.

What's included

  • Calcined petroleum coke
  • Green petroleum coke
  • Petroleum bitumen
  • Asphaltic residue

What's excluded

  • Natural bitumen → use 2714 (Natural bitumen occurs in the earth; 2713 is strictly refined residue.)

Common examples

  • Anode grade calcined petroleum coke
  • Petroleum bitumen for road surfacing
  • Fuel grade petcoke
  • Bituminous roofing compound

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between green and calcined petcoke?

Green petcoke is the raw refinery byproduct; calcined petcoke has been heat-treated to remove impurities and increase carbon content.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0% - 5.5%
  • Documentation: Bulk shipments may require IMSBC Code compliance for safe maritime transport.
  • Typical shipping mode: Bulk
  • Top exporters: United States, Spain, Canada
  • Top importers: India, China, Brazil

Key takeaway

HS 2713 refers to man-made residues from the oil refining process.

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