Heading 2701

Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal

6 declarable lines

Heading 2701 covers coal that has not been agglomerated, plus briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels made from coal. The unagglomerated part splits by coal type: anthracite, bituminous coal, and other coal such as sub-bituminous. Bituminous coal is further split into metallurgical coal and other, and all lines in the heading carry a general (MFN) rate of Free.

Products in this heading

Anthracite coal, washed or unwashed
Bituminous metallurgical coal for coking
Bituminous steam coal for power generation
Sub-bituminous coal
Coal briquettes pressed from coal dust
Ovoids and similar solid fuel shapes made from coal

How to choose the right subheading

Decide whether the goods are raw coal or agglomerated solid fuel shapes made from coal.
For raw coal, identify the rank: anthracite, bituminous, or other coal such as sub-bituminous.
For bituminous coal, decide whether it is metallurgical (coking) coal or other bituminous coal.
Confirm the goods are not lignite, which is classified outside this heading.

Often confused with

Lignite, whether or not agglomerated
Lignite is a lower-rank fuel classified in its own heading, not with coal.
Heading 2702
Petroleum coke
Coke from petroleum residues is a refinery residue, not coal.
Heading 2713
Pitch and pitch coke from coal tar
These are coal tar distillation products, not coal itself.
Heading 2708
Oils from the distillation of high temperature coal tar
Chemical distillation products fall in 2707 rather than the raw fuel heading.
Heading 2707

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for anthracite coal?

Anthracite coal that is not agglomerated is classified under 2701.11.00.00, with a general (MFN) rate of Free.

What is the duty on bituminous metallurgical coal?

Metallurgical bituminous coal falls under 2701.12.00.10 and carries a general (MFN) rate of Free.

How do I classify coal briquettes?

Briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal are classified under 2701.20.00.00, with a general (MFN) rate of Free.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.