Product classification
HS code for Asphaltite: 2714.90
Bitumen and asphalt, natural, asphaltites and asphaltic rock.
Classification of asphaltite under HS 2714.90
Asphaltite is classified under HS code 2714.90. This code covers natural bitumen and asphalt, including asphaltites and asphaltic rock. Asphaltites are solid, naturally occurring bitumens that are characterized by their high melting points and solubility in organic solvents. They are distinct from petroleum-derived bitumen because they are mined as natural minerals rather than produced as a byproduct of oil refining. The classification 2714.90 is a residual category for natural bituminous substances that are not specifically categorized as shale or tar sands (which fall under 2714.10). Asphaltites like Gilsonite are used in various industrial applications, including the production of inks, paints, and oil well drilling fluids. Because these are naturally occurring geological formations, they are grouped with other natural bitumens. The purity of the asphaltite does not generally change its classification under this heading, provided it has not been significantly processed into a mixture or a finished article.
- Covers
- Gilsonite
- Grahamite
- Glance pitch
- Asphaltic limestone
- Natural asphaltic sands (non-shale)
- Also under 2714.90
- Trinidad Lake Asphalt
- Gilsonite (American Gilsonite Company)
- Uintah Basin Asphaltite
- Bermudez Asphalt
Codes often confused with 2714.90
Common mistake. Asphaltite is commonly confused with HS code 2713.20, which is petroleum bitumen. While they may look similar, 2713.20 is a refinery product, whereas 2714.90 is a natural mineral. It is also sometimes confused with 2715.00, which covers bituminous mixtures. If the asphaltite has been mixed with sand or other minerals to create a paving material, it moves from 2714.90 to 2715.00. Finally, bituminous shale and tar sands are specifically excluded and placed in 2714.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 271490 (the code used for asphaltite), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 271490 (the code used for asphaltite) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 271490, not only asphaltite.
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 asphaltite
Brazil classifies asphaltite under NCM 2714.90.00: HS 2714.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about asphaltite
What is the HS code for Asphaltite?
The HS code for Asphaltite is 271490 (Bitumen and asphalt, natural; asphaltites and asphaltic rock). The HS code for asphaltite, including natural varieties like Gilsonite, is 2714.90.
How do I classify Asphaltite for customs?
Asphaltite is classified under HS code 271490 — Bitumen and asphalt, natural; asphaltites and asphaltic rock. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is asphaltite the same as petroleum bitumen?
No, asphaltite is a naturally occurring mineral bitumen (2714.90), while petroleum bitumen is a residue from crude oil refining (2713.20).
Which countries are the top exporters of asphaltite (HS 271490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 271490 (the code used for asphaltite) 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 asphaltite (HS 271490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 271490 (the code used for asphaltite) 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.
Is the HS code for Asphaltite the same in all countries?
The base HS code 271490 for Asphaltite is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for asphaltite in Brazil?
In Brazil, asphaltite (HS 271490) is classified under NCM 2714.90.00.