HS Code for Titanium ore

Titanium ore and its concentrates are classified under HS code 2614.00. This classification is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the specific notes of Chapter 26, which covers ores, slag, and ash. Heading 2614 is specifically dedicated to titanium ores and concentrates, distinguishing them from other base metal ores. The term 'ores' refers to minerals of the mineralogical species actually used in the metallurgical industry for the extraction of titanium, while 'concentrates' refers to ores which have had part or all of the foreign matter removed by special treatments, such as enrichment or flotation, without changing the chemical state of the metal. This code is essential for international trade as titanium is a critical raw material for the aerospace, defense, and pigment industries. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the ore is intended for the production of titanium dioxide or for the reduction into titanium sponge.

Products Included

• Ilmenite (iron titanium oxide)
• Rutile (natural titanium dioxide)
• Anatase and Brookite
• Leucoxene (weathered ilmenite)
• Titanium concentrates obtained by physical or chemical processing

Common Misclassification

Titanium ore is frequently confused with titanium oxides classified under HS code 2823.00. The distinction lies in the level of processing; HS code 2614.00 covers natural minerals and concentrates, whereas 2823.00 covers chemically defined titanium dioxide produced in a laboratory or industrial chemical plant. Additionally, it may be confused with synthetic rutile if the processing has significantly altered the chemical structure, potentially moving it toward Chapter 28. Another common error involves confusing it with iron ores (Heading 2601) if the iron content is exceptionally high, though ilmenite is specifically directed to 2614.

FAQ

What is the HS code for titanium ore?

The primary HS code for titanium ore and its concentrates is 2614.00.

Does this code include synthetic rutile?

Generally, yes, provided the synthetic rutile is considered a concentrate of the ore. However, if it is highly purified to a chemical grade, it may fall under 2823.00.