HS Code for Petroleum coke

Petroleum coke, specifically the non-calcined variety, is classified under HS code 2713.11. This classification is determined by the product's origin as a byproduct of the oil refining process, specifically from the coking unit where heavy residual oils are thermally cracked. Under Chapter 27, which covers mineral fuels and oils, heading 2713 is dedicated to petroleum coke, petroleum bitumen, and other residues of petroleum oils. The subheading 2713.11 is reserved for coke that has not undergone the calcination process. Calcination involves heating the green coke to high temperatures to remove volatile matter and increase carbon density. Therefore, raw or \"green\" petroleum coke, which still contains a significant amount of moisture and volatile hydrocarbons, must be placed here. The classification relies on the physical state and the degree of processing. If the coke is obtained from bituminous minerals and remains in its raw, porous, and relatively soft state compared to its calcined counterpart, it fits the criteria for 2713.11. This material is primarily used as a fuel source in cement kilns and power plants due to its high calorific value, or as a feedstock for the calcining process itself.

Products Included

• Green petroleum coke
• Raw petroleum coke
• Sponge coke (uncalcined)
• Needle coke (uncalcined)
• Shot coke (uncalcined)
• Petroleum coke obtained from bituminous minerals

Common Misclassification

The most frequent error is confusing 2713.11 with 2713.12, which is the code for calcined petroleum coke. The distinction lies in the heat treatment; calcined coke has been processed at temperatures above 1000 degrees Celsius to remove impurities. Another common error is misclassifying it under 2704.00, which covers coke and semi-coke of coal, lignite, or peat. While they look similar, petroleum coke is a residue of oil refining, whereas coal coke is derived from coal carbonization.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Petroleum coke?

The HS code for non-calcined petroleum coke is 2713.11, while calcined petroleum coke is 2713.12.

How do I distinguish between green and calcined coke for customs?

Green coke (2713.11) has a higher volatile matter content (usually 8% to 15%) and lower density, whereas calcined coke (2713.12) has been heat-treated to reduce volatiles to less than 1%.