Kaolin and other kaolinic clays, whether or not calcined
1 declarable lines
Heading 2507 covers kaolin and other kaolinic clays, whether or not calcined. It has a single declarable line, 2507.00.00.00, with a general (MFN) duty rate of Free.
Products in this heading
- Kaolin powder for ceramics
- Paper coating kaolin
- Calcined kaolin filler
- Kaolin clay for paint and coatings
- Kaolin for rubber and plastics
- Kaolin clay for porcelain and tile bodies
- Kaolin for fiberglass
How to choose the right subheading
- Confirm the material is kaolin or another kaolinic clay, not another clay of heading 2508.
- Check whether the clay is calcined; calcination does not move kaolin out of heading 2507.
- Confirm the product is a raw mineral clay, not a prepared mixture, paint, coating, or finished ceramic article.
- Check for talc or natural sand, which are classified in different headings.
- Once the material is confirmed as kaolinic clay, use the single declarable line 2507.00.00.00.
Often confused with
- Heading 2508Bentonite and fire clay
Other clays are classified outside heading 2507.
- Heading 2526Talc
Talc is a separate mineral and is not kaolinic clay.
- Heading 2505Natural sand
Natural sands are covered by heading 2505, not kaolin.
- Heading 2509Chalk
Chalk is calcium carbonate, not kaolinic clay.
- Heading 2523Portland cement
Cement is a manufactured hydraulic product, not raw kaolin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for kaolin clay?
Kaolin and other kaolinic clays, whether or not calcined, are classified under 2507.00.00.00. The general (MFN) duty rate is Free.
What is the duty on kaolin clay?
The general (MFN) duty rate for 2507.00.00.00 is Free. This applies to kaolin and other kaolinic clays, whether or not calcined.
How do I classify calcined kaolin?
Calcined kaolin stays in heading 2507. The declarable line is 2507.00.00.00, and the general (MFN) duty rate is Free.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.