Pulverized Bituminous Coal Fuel from China
Finely ground bituminous coal (not agglomerated) used in pulverized coal injection systems for cement kilns and power boilers. Qualifies for HTS 2701.12.00 as bituminous coal per volatility and calorific specs, explicitly including pulverized forms in the heading. Supplied in railcars or barges for direct industrial combustion.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document grind size (e.g
• 70% passing 200 mesh) but note pulverization doesn't change HTS if not agglomerated
• Include proximate analysis certificate covering fixed carbon, volatiles, and moisture for accurate duty assessment
• Watch for dust suppression additives; if > minor, may risk reclassification—declare as untreated coal