HS Code for Emery

Emery is classified under HS code 2513.20, which covers natural abrasives including emery, natural corundum, and natural garnet. This classification is governed by Chapter 25 of the Harmonized System, which encompasses salt, sulfur, earths, and stone, specifically focusing on mineral products in their natural state or minimally processed. Emery is a dark granular rock used to make abrasive powder, consisting largely of corundum mixed with magnetite or hematite. To qualify for 2513.20, the material must be a natural mineral. The classification remains applicable even if the emery has been heat-treated to enhance its abrasive properties, provided it has not been bonded to a backing or shaped into a finished tool. The distinction between natural and synthetic abrasives is critical in this chapter, as synthetic versions are classified elsewhere in the nomenclature.

Products Included

• Crude natural emery stone
• Crushed or powdered natural emery
• Natural corundum in bulk form
• Natural garnet used for abrasive blasting
• Heat-treated natural abrasives in grain form
• Unworked natural abrasive minerals

Common Misclassification

Emery is often misclassified under HS code 2818.10, which is reserved for artificial corundum (aluminum oxide). While chemically similar, 2818 is for chemically manufactured products, whereas 2513 is for naturally occurring minerals. Another common error is using HS code 6805, which applies to natural or artificial abrasive powder or grain on a base of textile material, paper, or cardboard. If the emery is already glued to sandpaper, it must be classified under 6805 rather than 2513.

FAQ

What is the HS code for emery?

The HS code for natural emery, along with natural corundum and garnet, is 2513.20.

Is synthetic emery classified under this code?

No, synthetic or artificial abrasives like artificial corundum are classified under HS code 2818.10, as they are products of the chemical industry.