Pillow-Shaped Coal Briquettes for Blacksmith Forges from China
Soft pillow-shaped briquettes from low-volatile coal for blacksmith forges, allowing hot spots for metal forging. Classified in HTS 2701.20.00.00 as briquettes from coal, optimized for high-temperature, low-ash burning. Essential for artisanal metalworking.
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
• Certify low sulfur for forge use to meet air quality import standards
• Declare end-use as industrial fuel to potentially qualify for duty preferences
• Avoid loose packaging that mimics raw coal shipments