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Estonian Kukersite Oil Shale

Kukersite oil shale from Estonia's largest deposits, a high-quality alum shale with 20% oil yield potential. Precisely matches HTS 2714.10.00.00 definition of bituminous oil shale. Extensively used for power generation and liquid fuels in Europe.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2704.00.00Lower: Free vs 25%

If semi-coked for power plant use

Thermal processing creates semi-coke from oil shale, changing tariff classification.

2710.19.90Higher: 32% vs 25%

If retorted to shale oil

Distillation products from kukersite become light petroleum oils.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide European standard EN analysis confirming oil shale specifications

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