High-Grade Bituminous Steam Coal from Germany
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. It falls under HTS 2701.12.00 as non-agglomerated bituminous coal per subheading note definitions. Typically supplied in bulk for industrial pulverized fuel systems.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
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Import Tips
• Verify coal specs via ISO 1171 (volatile matter) and ISO 1928 (calorific value) lab tests to confirm bituminous classification and avoid reclassification to anthracite (2701.11)
• Obtain Certificate of Analysis (COA) from supplier and ensure bulk carrier manifests detail moisture content, ash, and sulfur levels for CBP entry
• Comply with EPA import regulations on sulfur content; common pitfall is failing to declare pulverized form which remains under this code if not agglomerated