Do I need to declare if my cement is colored?

Yes, if your cement is artificially colored, it should be declared under the appropriate HS-6 code.

What is included in HS-252390?

HS-252390 is for hydraulic cements not specifically categorized in the other HS-6 lines under heading 2523.

Can I import cement clinkers?

Yes, you can import cement clinkers using HS-252310, whether they are colored or not.

What packaging is required for importing cement?

Cement should be packaged in moisture-proof bags or bulk containers to prevent quality degradation during transport.

HS-4 · Heading

2523 — Portland cement, aluminous cement (ciment fondu), slag cement, supersulphate cement and similar hydraulic cements, whether or not coloured or in the form of clinkers

Chapter 25: Salt; sulphur; earths and stone

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 2523 when importing Portland cement, aluminous cement, or similar hydraulic cements. For example, if you're shipping a container of Portland cement clinkers, this heading applies. It covers both colored and uncolored forms, including clinkers and different types of hydraulic cements.

To differentiate between the HS-6 lines under this heading, consider the color and type of cement. HS-252321 is for white Portland cement, while HS-252329 covers all other Portland cements, regardless of color. If your shipment includes clinkers, you'll need to use HS-252310.

If you're dealing with aluminous cement, you'll refer to HS-252330, which includes both colored and uncolored forms. For any hydraulic cements that don't fit the specific categories listed, HS-252390 is the catch-all for other hydraulic kinds not explicitly mentioned.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

Portland cement import · aluminous cement · cement clinkers · hydraulic cement · colored cement · cement HS code · cement types · construction materials · cement packaging · bulk cement shipping

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Portland cement clinkers in bulk
White Portland cement bags
Colored Portland cement for decorative use
Aluminous cement for high-temperature applications
Slag cement used in construction
Supersulphate cement for specialized projects

Common questions

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What is the HS code for Portland cement?
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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What is the difference between HS-252321 and HS-252329?: HS-252321 is for white Portland cement, while HS-252329 covers all other Portland cements, regardless of color.
Do I need to declare if my cement is colored?: Yes, if your cement is artificially colored, it should be declared under the appropriate HS-6 code.
What is included in HS-252390?: HS-252390 is for hydraulic cements not specifically categorized in the other HS-6 lines under heading 2523.
Can I import cement clinkers?: Yes, you can import cement clinkers using HS-252310, whether they are colored or not.
What packaging is required for importing cement?: Cement should be packaged in moisture-proof bags or bulk containers to prevent quality degradation during transport.

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