Thermal Bituminous Coal for Power Generation from China
Mid-volatile bituminous coal optimized for thermal power plants, with balanced sulfur and high heat value meeting 2701.12 specs. Non-agglomerated and often washed to reduce impurities. Imported in large bulk shipments for utility-scale electricity production.
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
• Submit washability test results to justify value; unwashed coal may undervalue if not documented
• Comply with MARPOL Annex VI sulfur caps for transport; declare fuel sulfur content on bill of lading
• Avoid mixing with sub-bituminous in holds—segregate to prevent blending disputes at entry