HS Code 2714
Natural Bitumen and Asphalt
HS code 2714 covers naturally occurring bitumen and asphalt, including oil shales and tar sands, used for construction and industrial fuel extraction.
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HS Code 2714 — Natural Bitumen and Asphalt
This code covers bitumen, asphalt, and shale that occur naturally in the environment. These materials are typically mined or extracted from tar sands and are used in heavy construction and industrial waterproofing.
What's included
- Natural asphalt
- Oil shale
- Tar sands
- Gilsonite
What's excluded
- Petroleum bitumen → use
2713(Derived from oil refining, not naturally occurring deposits.)
Common examples
- Trinidad Lake Asphalt
- Gilsonite mineral
- Oil shale rocks
- Natural asphaltic limestone
Frequently asked questions
Is Gilsonite covered under this code?
Yes, Gilsonite is a trade name for a naturally occurring solid hydrocarbon bitumen classified under 2714.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Environmental impact certificates might be required for shale and sand extraction imports.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Canada, Estonia, United States
- Top importers: China, United States, India
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Key takeaway
HS 2714 is for earth-extracted substances, not refinery byproducts.
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