About HS Code 251110
This HS code covers natural barium sulphate, commonly known as barytes or barite, in its raw, unprocessed form. Barytes is a heavy mineral primarily valued for its high specific gravity and chemical inertness. Its most significant application is as a weighting agent in drilling fluids for oil and gas exploration, where it helps control well pressure and prevent blowouts. Other uses include as a filler in paints, plastics, and rubber, and as a source of barium for chemical manufacturing. Major importers are countries with active oil and gas industries or significant manufacturing sectors, such as the USA, China, and various European nations. Exporters are typically countries with abundant barytes deposits, including China, India, and Morocco. Key considerations in trade include purity, specific gravity (often expressed as API grade), and particle size, which dictate its suitability for different industrial applications.
Products Under This Code
Barytes ore, Barite lumps, Natural barium sulfate, Drilling-grade barite, Filler-grade barite, Chemical-grade barite
Real World Examples
Halliburton (uses barite in drilling mud), Schlumberger (uses barite in drilling fluids), Imerys (supplies industrial minerals), Sibelco (supplies industrial minerals)
Common Misclassification
This code might be confused with 283327 (barium sulfate, other than natural) if it's a synthetic product, or with other heavy minerals if not properly identified.
Products Classified Under 2511.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Minerals & Fuels industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Morocco are leading exporters, while the USA, Saudi Arabia, and the Netherlands are major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 251110?
HS code 251110 covers: Barium sulphate (barytes); natural. This HS code covers natural barium sulphate, commonly known as barytes or barite, in its raw, unprocessed form. Barytes is a heavy mineral primarily valued for its high specific gravity and chemical inertness. Its most significant application is as a weighting agent in drilling fluids for oil and gas exploration, where it helps control well pressure and prevent blowouts. Other uses include as a filler in paints, plastics, and rubber, and as a source of barium for chemical manufacturing. Major importers are countries with active oil and gas industries or significant manufacturing sectors, such as the USA, China, and various European nations. Exporters are typically countries with abundant barytes deposits, including China, India, and Morocco. Key considerations in trade include purity, specific gravity (often expressed as API grade), and particle size, which dictate its suitability for different industrial applications.
What products fall under HS code 251110?
Barytes ore, Barite lumps, Natural barium sulfate, Drilling-grade barite, Filler-grade barite, Chemical-grade barite
What are common misclassifications for HS code 251110?
This code might be confused with 283327 (barium sulfate, other than natural) if it's a synthetic product, or with other heavy minerals if not properly identified.
How is HS code 251110 structured?
HS code 251110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (25) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.