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HS Code 2523.21 : Portland cement, White cement, whether or not artificially colored

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for portland cement, white cement, whether or not artificially colored is 2523.21. Under the 2026 Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı), the representative MFN general duty rate is 1.7% [Ticaret Bakanlığı].

Chapter

Ch 25

Heading

2523

Subheading

2523.21

TR MFN Duty

1.7%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 25

Portland cement, aluminous cement, slag cement, supersulfate cement and similar hydraulic cements, whether or not colored or in the form of clinkers

Heading 2523

2523

Portland cement, aluminous cement, slag cement, supersulfate cement and similar hydraulic cements, whether or not colored or in the form of clinkers

Subheading .21

.21

Portland cement, White cement, whether or not artificially colored

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı Tariff 2026)

2523.21.00.00

Türkiye MFN Base Customs Duty

1.7%

Verified July 2026 · Ticaret Source

MODULE 5: TÜRKİYE IMPORT DUTY & TAX BREAKDOWN

Customs Duty (Gümrük Vergisi)

1.7%

WTO MFN Rate

Import VAT (KDV)

20.00 %

CIF + Duty Base

De Minimis Threshold

€30

Non-commercial Limit

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: TR Trade Remedies & Safeguards

Ticaret Bakanlığı (Ministry of Trade) Anti-Dumping / Trade Defence

Standard 2026 Türkiye Customs Tariff Schedule (Ticaret Bakanlığı)

Steel & Commodity Safeguards

Exempt (Non-Steel Commodity)

Regulatory Compliance Status

Standard Statutory Clearance

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
MFN	WCO Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) Status	Standard MFN Rate	Applies to all WTO member states for Portland cement, White cement, whether or not artificially colored.
FTA	TR Preferential & Regional Trade Agreements	Free / Concessional	Subject to official Certificate of Origin & Rules of Origin (RoO) requirements.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Portland cement, White cement, whether or not artificially colored

MODULE 11: Binding Tariff Information (BTB / Ticaret Bakanlığı)

Legally binding tariff classification rulings issued by Türkiye Ministry of Trade for HS 2523.21.

Query official Ticaret Bakanlığı BTB portal:

Search Official Ticaret Portal for 2523.21 →

Türkiye Declarable Commodity Lines (2523.21)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 1.7%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Ticaret Bakanlığı).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
2523.10	Subheading under Heading 2523	HS 2523.10 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
2523.29	Subheading under Heading 2523	HS 2523.29 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
2523.30	Subheading under Heading 2523	HS 2523.30 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
2523.90	Subheading under Heading 2523	HS 2523.90 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

Ticaret Bakanlığı (Ministry of Trade) ↗

Official Turkish tariff schedule and MFN import duty (Gümrük Vergisi) rates.

Binding Tariff Information (BTB Portal) ↗

Ticaret Bakanlığı official binding tariff classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı) general duty for Portland cement, White cement, whether or not artificially colored?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı), Portland cement, White cement, whether or not artificially colored is classified under HS 2523.21 (Heading 2523, Chapter 25). The representative TR MFN general duty rate is 1.7%.

How is HS 2523.21 distinguished within Heading 2523 (Portland cement, aluminous cement, slag cement, supersulfate cement and similar hydraulic cements, whether or not colored or in the form of clinkers)?

Heading 2523 covers Portland cement, aluminous cement, slag cement, supersulfate cement and similar hydraulic cements, whether or not colored or in the form of clinkers. Subheading 2523.21 specifically isolates Portland cement, White cement, whether or not artificially colored. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 2523.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 2523.21?

Related subheadings under Heading 2523 include 2523.10, 2523.29, 2523.30, 2523.90. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Portland cement, White cement, whether or not artificially colored?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 2523.21 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Portland cement, White cement, whether or not artificially colored?

Commercial shipments of Portland cement, White cement, whether or not artificially colored with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 2523.21?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What is the import VAT rate for HS 2523.21 in Türkiye?

Türkiye assesses a standard 20% Value-Added Tax (Katma Değer Vergisi / KDV) on imports, calculated on CIF value + statutory customs duty.

What is Türkiye's de minimis threshold for postal and express shipments?

Türkiye's non-commercial de minimis threshold is €30 for gift/personal imports; commercial consignments enter under standard customs entry.

Which agency regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Türkiye?

Customs declarations and binding tariff information (BTB) are administered by the Ministry of Trade (Ticaret Bakanlığı).

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