About HS Code 252800
This HS code covers natural borates and their concentrates, including natural boric acid with a purity of up to 85% H3BO3, excluding borates derived from natural brine. These minerals are vital raw materials for a wide array of industrial applications, primarily in the production of glass (especially borosilicate glass), ceramics, detergents, and agricultural fertilizers. Countries with substantial natural borate deposits, such as Turkey and the United States, are the primary exporters. Major importers include industrial powerhouses like China, Japan, and various European nations, which rely on these borates for their manufacturing processes. Key considerations in this trade involve the specific mineral composition, concentration levels, and the form (e.g., lumps, granular, calcined) in which the borates are traded, as these factors dictate their end-use and market value.
Products Under This Code
Borax ore, Colemanite, Ulexite, Boric acid (natural, <85%), Borate concentrates, Tincal
Real World Examples
Rio Tinto Borates, Eti Maden (Turkey) borates, US Borax products, Borax Consolidated minerals
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 2840 (refined borates or boric acid >85%) if the processing or purity level is not carefully checked, as the distinction lies in the natural origin and purity threshold.
Products Classified Under 2528.00
Industry
This code belongs to the Minerals & Fuels industry.
Trade Overview
Turkey and the United States are dominant exporters, with major importers including China, Japan, and European industrial nations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 252800?
HS code 252800 covers: Natural borates and concentrates thereof (whether or not calcined), but not including borates separated from natural brine; natural boric acid containing not more than 85 % of H3BO3 calculated on the dry weight. This HS code covers natural borates and their concentrates, including natural boric acid with a purity of up to 85% H3BO3, excluding borates derived from natural brine. These minerals are vital raw materials for a wide array of industrial applications, primarily in the production of glass (especially borosilicate glass), ceramics, detergents, and agricultural fertilizers. Countries with substantial natural borate deposits, such as Turkey and the United States, are the primary exporters. Major importers include industrial powerhouses like China, Japan, and various European nations, which rely on these borates for their manufacturing processes. Key considerations in this trade involve the specific mineral composition, concentration levels, and the form (e.g., lumps, granular, calcined) in which the borates are traded, as these factors dictate their end-use and market value.
What products fall under HS code 252800?
Borax ore, Colemanite, Ulexite, Boric acid (natural, <85%), Borate concentrates, Tincal
What are common misclassifications for HS code 252800?
This code can be confused with 2840 (refined borates or boric acid >85%) if the processing or purity level is not carefully checked, as the distinction lies in the natural origin and purity threshold.
How is HS code 252800 structured?
HS code 252800 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (25) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (28) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.