What is the HS code for crude oil?
Use it as a chapter cue, then verify the final choice against heading and subheading legal wording.
HS-2 · Chapter 27
HS chapter 27: Mineral fuels, oils
Section V — Mineral products
Mineral fuels and oils, including products like crude oil and coal, fall under this chapter. For instance, if you're importing petroleum oils, you would refer to this chapter to determine the appropriate HS code for your shipment.
To classify goods under HS-4, start by identifying the specific type of fuel or oil. For example, if you're dealing with coal, check if it's agglomerated or not to narrow it down to 2701 or 2702. Each HS-4 heading provides a more specific classification based on the product's characteristics.
Next, drill down to HS-6 by examining the product form and end-use. For example, if you're importing petroleum jelly, look at 2712 and consider whether it meets the criteria for paraffin wax or other mineral waxes. This will guide you to the correct subheading.
Always review the notes and legal texts associated with each heading to ensure compliance. For instance, check if there are any specific national digits or rulings that apply to your product to avoid misclassification.
Terms & reference phrasing
These are common trade terms used for this chapter. Use them as context, not as a substitute for legal wording.
mineral fuels · petroleum oils · coal · bitumen · coke · tar · natural asphalt · petroleum gases · distillation products · lignite · mineral waxes · petroleum jelly · crude oil · agglomerated coal · waste oils · high temperature coal tar · pitch coke · electrical energy
Continue classification
Parent context
Nearby siblings
Related actions
Next best action
Pick one of these actions to move from reading to a defensible classification decision.
Related topics
Longer phrases that come up when you're comparing codes or talking to a broker.
- how to classify mineral fuels for trade
- HS code for petroleum oils and products
- importing coal briquettes and regulations
- differences between coal and lignite classifications
- requirements for importing petroleum jelly
- understanding HS-4 codes for distillation products
- what to check for petroleum product classification
- guidelines for importing natural bitumen
Examples & common questions
Example products reflect typical trade descriptions. The questions below mirror practical doubts teams raise during filing.
Example products
- Crude petroleum oil from the Middle East
- Coal briquettes for heating purposes
- Lignite used in power generation
- Coke produced from coal for industrial use
- Petroleum jelly for cosmetic applications
- Natural bitumen for road construction
- Tar distilled from coal for roofing materials
- Petroleum gases used in heating systems
Common classification questions
How to classify coal briquettes for import?
Confirm composition, processing stage, and end-use in your documents before mapping to country digits.
Are petroleum products subject to special regulations?
Use it as a chapter cue, then verify the final choice against heading and subheading legal wording.
What is the difference between HS-2709 and HS-2710?
Use it as a chapter cue, then verify the final choice against heading and subheading legal wording.
How to determine the correct HS-4 code for bitumen?
Pick the chapter first, then compare heading wording and exclusions before choosing an HS-6 line.
What are the packaging requirements for petroleum jelly?
Use it as a chapter cue, then verify the final choice against heading and subheading legal wording.
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products are included in HS-27?
- HS-27 includes mineral fuels like coal, petroleum oils, and products from their distillation, such as bitumen and waxes.
- How do I find the correct HS-4 code for my product?
- Identify the specific type of fuel or oil and check its characteristics, such as whether it's crude or refined, to determine the HS-4 code.
- Are there any special regulations for importing petroleum products?
- Yes, petroleum products may be subject to specific regulations and require permits. Always check national regulations before importing.
- What should I consider when classifying coal?
- Consider whether the coal is agglomerated or not, as this affects the HS-4 code selection between **2701** and **2702**.
- How can I ensure compliance with HS codes?
- Review the legal notes and any specific national digits related to your product to ensure accurate classification and compliance.
- What is the difference between HS-2709 and HS-2710?
- HS-2709 covers crude petroleum oils, while HS-2710 includes refined oils and preparations containing a high percentage of petroleum oils.
- Can I import peat and what are the requirements?
- Yes, peat can be imported, but you should verify if it meets the criteria under HS-2703 and check for any specific import regulations.
All HS-4 headings in chapter 27 (16)
Each HS-4 links to a dedicated page with plain-English explanation, HS-6 subheadings, and FAQs. Use Browse to open the lookup in heading mode for that line.
2701
Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal
2702
Lignite; whether or not agglomerated, excluding jet
2703
Peat; (including peat litter), whether or not agglomerated
2704
Coke and semi-coke; of coal, lignite or peat, whether or not agglomerated; retort carbon
2705
Coal gas, water gas, producer gas and similar gases, other than petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons
2706
Tar distilled from coal, from lignite, peat and other mineral tars, whether or not dehydrated or partially distilled; including reconstituted tars
2707
Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar; similar products in which the weight of the aromatic constituents exceeds that of the non-aromatic constituents
2708
Pitch and pitch coke; obtained from coal tar or from other mineral tars
2709
Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals; crude
2710
Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude; preparations n.e.c, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals; these being the basic constituents of the preparations; waste oils
2711
Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons
2712
Petroleum jelly; paraffin wax, micro-crystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, similar products obtained by synthesis, other processes; coloured or not
2713
Petroleum coke, petroleum bitumen; other residues of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals
2714
Bitumen and asphalt, natural; bituminous or oil shale and tar sands; asphaltites and asphaltic rocks
2715
Bituminous mixtures based on natural asphalt; on natural bitumen, on petroleum bitumen, on mineral tar or on mineral tar pitch (e.g. bituminous mastics, cut-backs)
2716
Electrical energy
Browse first heading (HS-4 2701)
Opens the lookup in heading browse for the first HS-4 block in this chapter (2701). Prefer the table above for a specific HS-4 page with full copy.
Before you file customs documents
Chapter pages on TradeTools are educational summaries, not legal classification determinations. Cross-check candidate codes with official notes, advance rulings where available, and your broker for high-value or borderline goods.
How we classify products explains what TradeTools does (and does not) automate.