HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2715.00 – Bituminous mixtures based on natural asphalt, on natural bitumen, on petroleum bitumen, on mineral tar or on mineral tar pitch (e.g. bituminous mastics, cut-backs)
HS code 2715.00 is the 6-digit subheading for bituminous mixtures based on natural asphalt, on natural bitumen, on petroleum bitumen, on mineral tar or on mineral tar pitch (e.g. bituminous mastics, cut-backs). It is used for bituminous mastics, asphalt cut-backs, bituminous emulsions, cold mix asphalt and waterproofing membranes (bitumen-based).
What HS 2715.00 covers
This HS code encompasses a wide range of prepared bituminous mixtures, which are formulated using natural asphalt, natural bitumen, petroleum bitumen, mineral tar, or mineral tar pitch. These mixtures are engineered for specific applications, primarily in construction and civil engineering. They are significant commodities in international trade, used for road surfacing, waterproofing, sealing, and protective coatings. Major importers are countries with active infrastructure development, building construction, and maintenance sectors. Exporters are typically nations with advanced chemical and construction material manufacturing capabilities. Key trade considerations include the specific formulation, performance characteristics (e.g., flexibility, durability, setting time), and compliance with local building codes and environmental standards. The market is driven by global construction activity, technological advancements in material science, and the need for specialized solutions in various climates and applications.
- Covers
- Bituminous mastics
- Asphalt cut-backs
- Bituminous emulsions
- Cold mix asphalt
- Waterproofing membranes (bitumen-based)
- Road patching compounds
- Joint sealants (bituminous)
- Roofing compounds
- Examples
- Sika Bituminous Mastics
- BASF Bituminous Coatings
- Colas Emulsions
- W. R. Meadows Asphaltic Sealants
Codes often confused with 2715.00
Common mistake. This code can be confused with the raw materials themselves, such as 271320 (petroleum bitumen) or 271490 (natural bitumen), but 271500 specifically covers *mixtures* or *prepared products*. It might also be mistaken for certain paints or varnishes (3208, 3209, 3210) if their primary bituminous nature is not recognized.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 271500, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 271500 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 68% of world imports. The Netherlands reports $17.6B of its chapter 27 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $98M 12% of world exports
- 2 Canada $97M 12% of world exports
- 3 Germany $92M 12% of world exports
World total: $794M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $2.4B 68% of world imports
- 2 United States $126M 3.5% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $72M 2.0% of world imports
The Netherlands reports $17.6B of its chapter 27 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $3.6B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 2715.00
Brazil does not split HS 2715.00: its NCM code is 2715.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 27.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2715.00
What is HS code 271500?
HS code 271500 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Bituminous mixtures based on natural asphalt, on natural bitumen, on petroleum bitumen, on mineral tar or on mineral tar pitch (e.g. bituminous mastics, cut-backs). This HS code encompasses a wide range of prepared bituminous mixtures, which are formulated using natural asphalt, natural bitumen, petroleum bitumen, mineral tar, or mineral tar pitch. These mixtures are engineered for specific applications, primarily in construction and civil engineering. They are significant commodities in international trade, used for road surfacing, waterproofing, sealing, and protective coatings. Major importers are countries with active infrastructure development, building construction, and maintenance sectors. Exporters are typically nations with advanced chemical and construction material manufacturing capabilities. Key trade considerations include the specific formulation, performance characteristics (e.g., flexibility, durability, setting time), and compliance with local building codes and environmental standards. The market is driven by global construction activity, technological advancements in material science, and the need for specialized solutions in various climates and applications.
What products fall under HS code 271500?
Bituminous mastics, Asphalt cut-backs, Bituminous emulsions, Cold mix asphalt, Waterproofing membranes (bitumen-based), Road patching compounds, Joint sealants (bituminous), Roofing compounds
What are common misclassifications for HS code 271500?
This code can be confused with the raw materials themselves, such as 271320 (petroleum bitumen) or 271490 (natural bitumen), but 271500 specifically covers *mixtures* or *prepared products*. It might also be mistaken for certain paints or varnishes (3208, 3209, 3210) if their primary bituminous nature is not recognized.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 271500?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 271500 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($98M, 12% of world exports), Canada ($97M) and Germany ($92M). World exports came to about $794M, 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 271500?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 271500 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.4B, 68% of world imports), the United States ($126M) and Malaysia ($72M). World imports came to about $3.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The Netherlands reports $17.6B of its chapter 27 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 271500 structured?
HS code 271500 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (27) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 271500?
In Brazil, HS code 271500 is NCM 2715.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.