Green River Formation Oil Shale

World-renowned oil shale from the Green River Formation, containing high-grade marlstone with bitumen precursors. Classified in HTS 2714.10.00.00 specifically as bituminous or oil shale. Key resource for potential synthetic crude oil production.

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.

2508.30.00Lower: 10% vs 25%

If low organic content resembling fire clay

Shales with minimal bitumen content may classify as clays rather than bituminous shale.

2701.19.00Same rate: 25%

If processed similar to other coals

Certain retorted products might align with coal classifications based on volatile matter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document formation origin with geological surveys to prevent misclassification as regular shale

Prepare for calorific value testing if customs questions volatile matter content

Arrange dust suppression measures during transport to meet environmental standards

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