Tar Sands (Athabasca Bitumen Ore) from China
Tar sands, such as Athabasca-type, consist of sand grains coated with natural bitumen. They are mined for bitumen recovery and are classified under the tariff item for bituminous or oil shale and tar sands.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Clearly identify the product as tar sands, not synthetic crude oil, to avoid misclassification
• Provide a mineralogical analysis showing the natural bitumen content
• Ensure compliance with any environmental regulations for sand imports