Colombian Mid-Volatile Metallurgical Coal from Japan
Mid-volatile bituminous coal from Colombian mines, ideal for PCI (pulverized coal injection) in steel blast furnaces. Qualifies under 2701.12.0010 due to volatile matter >14% and sufficient calorific value on dry basis, shipped pulverized but not agglomerated. Key input for efficient steelmaking processes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Provide end-use certificates from steel mills to distinguish from thermal coal and justify metallurgical subheading
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden dunnage for bulk carriers to prevent quarantine issues at US ports
• Monitor for spontaneous combustion risks during ocean transit and declare in safety data sheets