Export-Grade Bituminous Thermal Coal
Standard thermal bituminous coal for power generation, sized 0-50mm, meeting 2701.12 subheading notes for volatiles and calorific value. Falls under 'other' in HTS 2701.12.00.50 as non-agglomerated coal not elsewhere specified. Sourced from major exporters like Australia or Indonesia.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as briquetted fuel
Briquettes or ovoids from this coal type move to agglomerated solid fuels in 2701.20.
If higher rank, low volatile anthracite blend
If blended or naturally ≤14% volatiles, reverts to anthracite subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Lab certification mandatory for volatile/calorific specs; common error is bulk density misdeclaration leading to weight disputes
• Adhere to MARPOL Annex V for coal dust emissions during import; provide ash fusion temp data for utility buyers
• Check for country-specific quotas; ensure no agglomeration to stay in 2701.12
Related Products under HTS 2701.12.00.50
High-Grade Bituminous Steam Coal
Bituminous coal with volatile matter exceeding 14% and calorific value ≥5,833 kcal/kg on a moist, mineral-matter-free basis, used primarily for electricity generation in power plants. This falls under HTS 2701.12.00.50 as 'other' bituminous coal, not agglomerated or pulverized beyond standard sizing. It meets the precise chemical composition criteria outlined in subheading notes for bituminous coal.
Industrial Bituminous Coking Coal
Premium bituminous coal suitable for metallurgical coke production in steel mills, characterized by high carbon content and volatiles >14% per subheading note. Classified under 2701.12.00.50 as 'other' non-agglomerated bituminous coal. Not pulverized for direct use but sized for industrial processing.
Pulverized Bituminous Coal Fuel
Finely ground bituminous coal (not agglomerated) for direct combustion in industrial boilers, with volatiles >14% and calorific value meeting bituminous thresholds. HTS 2701.12.00.50 covers this as 'other' bituminous coal, explicitly including pulverized forms per hierarchy. Used in cement kilns and power stations.
Low-Ash Bituminous Coal for Utilities
Bituminous coal with reduced ash content (<10%) for efficient utility boilers, conforming to 2701.12 bituminous definitions via volatiles >14% and high calorific value. Classified as 'other' under HTS 2701.12.00.50, not pulverized or agglomerated. Ideal for minimizing emissions in coal-fired plants.