HS Code for Oil shale
Oil shale and tar sands are classified under HS code 2714.10. This code is situated in Chapter 27, which covers mineral fuels, mineral oils, and products of their distillation, bituminous substances, and mineral waxes. Heading 2714 specifically includes bitumen and asphalt, natural; bituminous or oil shale and tar sands; asphaltites and asphaltic rocks. The classification 2714.10 is dedicated to the raw mineral form of bituminous or oil shale. These are sedimentary rocks containing kerogen, from which liquid hydrocarbons can be extracted through heating and distillation. The classification is based on the geological and chemical nature of the substance as a naturally occurring bituminous mineral, distinguishing it from refined petroleum products or standard coal. Because these materials require significant processing to yield usable oil, they are categorized as raw mineral substances rather than finished fuels.
Products Included
- Raw oil shale rock
- Crushed oil shale for processing
- Natural tar sands (bituminous sands)
- Kerogen-rich sedimentary rocks
- Bituminous shale in bulk form
Common Misclassification
Oil shale is often confused with HS code 2701, which covers coal and solid fuels manufactured from coal. Although both are mined solid fuels, their chemical composition and the nature of the hydrocarbons they contain are different. Another common misclassification is 2713, which covers petroleum coke, petroleum bitumen, and other residues of petroleum oils. While 2713 deals with the byproducts of refining, 2714.10 deals with the naturally occurring mineral. Additionally, shale oil (the liquid extracted from the rock) is classified under 2710, not 2714.10, as it has been processed into a liquid fuel.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Oil shale?
The HS code for oil shale and tar sands is 2714.10.
Is shale oil classified under the same code as oil shale?
No, shale oil (the liquid extract) is classified under heading 2710 as a petroleum oil, whereas 2714.10 is strictly for the raw mineral shale or tar sands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Oil shale?
The HS code for Oil shale is 271410 (Bituminous or oil shale and tar sands).
How do I classify Oil shale for customs?
Oil shale is classified under HS code 271410 — Bituminous or oil shale and tar sands. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Oil shale the same in all countries?
The base HS code 271410 for Oil shale is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.