Raw Lignite Coal from China
Raw lignite coal extracted from open-pit mines, characterized by its high moisture content and low energy density, with volatile matter exceeding typical anthracite limits. It falls under HTS 2702.10.00.00 as unprocessed lignite that is neither agglomerated nor formed into briquettes. Primarily used as a low-grade fuel in power generation.
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
• Verify moisture content and volatile matter through lab testing to confirm classification as lignite; obtain Certificates of Analysis from suppliers
• Ensure compliance with EPA import regulations for coal dust emissions
• Avoid misclassification by confirming no agglomeration process was applied