HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2714.90 – Bitumen and asphalt, natural; asphaltites and asphaltic rock
HS code 2714.90 is the 6-digit subheading for bitumen and asphalt, natural, asphaltites and asphaltic rock. It is used for natural asphalt, gilsonite, trinidad Lake Asphalt, rock asphalt and asphaltite.
What HS 2714.90 covers
This HS code covers naturally occurring forms of bitumen and asphalt, along with asphaltites and asphaltic rock. Unlike petroleum bitumen (271320), these materials are found in natural deposits and are not byproducts of crude oil refining. They are traded internationally for specialized applications, primarily in construction, roofing, and as components in certain industrial products. Major importers include countries requiring specific properties offered by natural bitumen for high-performance asphalt mixes, sealants, or waterproofing applications. Exporters are nations with significant natural deposits of these materials. Key trade considerations include their purity, hardness, softening point, and compatibility with other materials. The market for natural bitumen is smaller and more niche than for petroleum bitumen, driven by specific project requirements and the unique characteristics these natural materials impart.
- Covers
- Natural asphalt
- Gilsonite
- Trinidad Lake Asphalt
- Rock asphalt
- Asphaltite
- Natural bitumen for roofing
- Mastic asphalt
- Natural asphalt for sealants
- Examples
- Trinidad Lake Asphalt
- Gilsonite (American Gilsonite Company)
- Uintah Basin Asphaltite
- Bermudez Asphalt
Codes often confused with 2714.90
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 271320 (petroleum bitumen) because both are used in asphalt, but 271490 is naturally occurring, while 271320 is a refinery product. It could also be mistaken for certain mineral aggregates (Chapter 25) if the bituminous content is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 271490, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 271490 in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 15% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United Arab Emirates* ~$30M 17% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $29M 17% of world exports
- 3 Iraq* ~$26M 15% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $177M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Philippines $62M 15% of world imports
- 2 Uruguay $43M 10% of world imports
- 3 United States $36M 8.6% of world imports
World total: $414M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 2714.90
Brazil does not split HS 2714.90: its NCM code is 2714.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 27.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2714.90
What is HS code 271490?
HS code 271490 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Bitumen and asphalt, natural; asphaltites and asphaltic rock. This HS code covers naturally occurring forms of bitumen and asphalt, along with asphaltites and asphaltic rock. Unlike petroleum bitumen (271320), these materials are found in natural deposits and are not byproducts of crude oil refining. They are traded internationally for specialized applications, primarily in construction, roofing, and as components in certain industrial products. Major importers include countries requiring specific properties offered by natural bitumen for high-performance asphalt mixes, sealants, or waterproofing applications. Exporters are nations with significant natural deposits of these materials. Key trade considerations include their purity, hardness, softening point, and compatibility with other materials. The market for natural bitumen is smaller and more niche than for petroleum bitumen, driven by specific project requirements and the unique characteristics these natural materials impart.
What products fall under HS code 271490?
Natural asphalt, Gilsonite, Trinidad Lake Asphalt, Rock asphalt, Asphaltite, Natural bitumen for roofing, Mastic asphalt, Natural asphalt for sealants
What are common misclassifications for HS code 271490?
This code is frequently confused with 271320 (petroleum bitumen) because both are used in asphalt, but 271490 is naturally occurring, while 271320 is a refinery product. It could also be mistaken for certain mineral aggregates (Chapter 25) if the bituminous content is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 271490?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 271490 in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $30M, 17% of world exports), the United States ($29M) and Iraq (about $26M). World exports came to about $177M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 271490?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 271490 in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($62M, 15% of world imports), Uruguay ($43M) and the United States ($36M). World imports came to about $414M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 271490 structured?
HS code 271490 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (27) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 271490?
In Brazil, HS code 271490 is NCM 2714.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.