Benin HS Code

HS Code 261690: Preciousmetal ores and concentrates : Other in Benin

Q: Is HS code 261690 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 261690 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. Benin extends it under ECOWAS CET.

Q: What system does Benin use to classify HS code 261690?

Benin classifies products under the ECOWAS Common External Tariff (ECOWAS CET; locally Tarif Extérieur Commun (TEC) CEDEAO), which extends HS codes to 10 digits. The first 6 digits align with the WCO Harmonized System, and the rest cover national tariff and statistical needs.

Q: Where can I officially look up HS code 261690 in Benin?

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What is HS Code 261690 in Benin

Under Benin's ECOWAS Common External Tariff (Tarif Extérieur Commun (TEC) CEDEAO), HS Code 261690 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Preciousmetal ores and concentrates : Other. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; Benin extends classifications to 10 digits under its national tariff system. 261690 belongs to Section V: Mineral products, Chapter 26: Ores, slag and ash, Heading 2616: Preciousmetal ores and concentrates.

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Classification Path of HS Code 261690 in Benin

Section V

Chapters (25-27) Mineral products

Chapter 26

Ores, slag and ash

HS Code 2616

Preciousmetal ores and concentrates

HS Code 261690

Preciousmetal ores and concentrates : Other

HS Code 2616901000

Precious metal ores and concentrates: Other: Gold ores and concentrates

HS Code 2616909000

Precious metal ores and concentrates: Other: Other

Benin Tariff Classification: ECOWAS Common External Tariff (ECOWAS CET)

In Benin, HS 261690 is classified under the ECOWAS Common External Tariff (Tarif Extérieur Commun (TEC) CEDEAO) — a 10-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule ECOWAS Common External Tariff (ECOWAS CET)

Local name Tarif Extérieur Commun (TEC) CEDEAO

Digits 10

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Related HS Code to Benin Other Precious Metal Ores (261690)

HS Code 2616901000

Precious metal ores and concentrates: Other: Gold ores and concentrates

HS Code 2616909000

Precious metal ores and concentrates: Other: Other

HS Code 261610

Preciousmetal ores and concentrates : Silver ores and concentrates

HS Code 260111

Iron ores and concentrates, including roasted iron pyrites : Iron ores and concentrates, other than roasted iron pyrites : Nonagglomerated

HS Code 260112

Iron ores and concentrates, including roasted iron pyrites : Iron ores and concentrates, other than roasted iron pyrites : Agglomerated

HS Code 260120

Iron ores and concentrates, including roasted iron pyrites : Roasted iron pyrites

HS Code 260200

Manganese ores and concentrates, including ferruginous manganese ores and concentrates with a manganese content of 20 % or more, calculated on the dry weight

HS Code 260300

Copper ores and concentrates

HS Code 260400

Nickel ores and concentrates

HS Code 260500

Cobalt ores and concentrates

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 261690 in Benin?

HS code 261690 covers Preciousmetal ores and concentrates : Other in Benin. It sits in Chapter 26 (Ores, slag and ash), Heading 2616 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under ECOWAS CET.

Is HS code 261690 the same across all countries?

What system does Benin use to classify HS code 261690?

Where can I officially look up HS code 261690 in Benin?