Raw Lignite Coal
Raw lignite coal extracted from open-pit mines, characterized by high moisture content and low energy density, with volatile matter exceeding anthracite limits. It is unprocessed and non-agglomerated, falling under this tariff item as raw lignite.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the coal is actually bituminous, not lignite
Bituminous coal is classified under a different heading based on volatile matter and calorific value.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the lignite is not agglomerated or mixed with other materials
• Declare the volatile matter content to support classification
• Verify if the import requires a permit under Canadian energy or environmental regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 2702.10.00
Brown Lignite Powder
Fine-ground brown lignite powder, a common variety of lignite, used as a soil amendment or low-grade fuel. It is explicitly non-agglomerated, meaning it has not been formed into briquettes or other shapes, and is classified under this tariff item as pulverized lignite.
Dried Lignite Chunks
Dried lignite chunks, with moisture reduced through air-drying, supplied in irregular pieces without pulverization or agglomeration. This product meets the tariff item's scope as non-agglomerated lignite, suitable for direct fuel use in small-scale applications.
High-Moisture Lignite
Freshly mined lignite with high moisture content, shipped in bulk without drying, pulverizing, or agglomeration. This raw, unprocessed lignite is classified under this tariff item as non-agglomerated lignite, primarily used in regional power plants.
Pulverized Lignite Dust
Lignite ground into a fine powder for easier handling and combustion in industrial boilers, remaining unagglomerated. This pulverized form is explicitly covered by the tariff item, which includes lignite whether or not pulverized but not agglomerated.
Screened Lignite Ore
Lignite coal screened to remove oversized rocks, retaining its natural lump form without pulverizing or agglomeration. This basic sizing does not alter its classification, and it falls under this tariff item as non-agglomerated lignite for local power use.