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Lignite Tar from Japan

Lignite tar is obtained by distilling lignite, a type of coal, and is used in chemical manufacturing and as a binder. It falls under this tariff item because the description explicitly includes tars distilled from lignite, whether dehydrated or partially distilled.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

0%

Import Tips

• Document the source material as lignite to support classification under this item

• Ensure the tar is not a separate chemically defined organic compound

• If the tar is mixed with water, verify it does not qualify as waste oil under heading 2710