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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 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