Peat (including peat litter), whether or not agglomerated
1 declarable lines
Heading 2703 covers peat, including peat litter, whether or not it is agglomerated. The heading has a single declarable line, 2703.00.00.00. The general (MFN) rate for that line is Free.
Products in this heading
- Sphagnum peat moss for horticulture
- Peat litter for animal bedding
- Horticultural peat
- Fuel peat
- Peat briquettes
- Peat pellets
- Agglomerated peat
- Peat for soil amendment
How to choose the right subheading
- Confirm that the material is peat, including peat litter.
- Check whether the peat is loose or agglomerated into briquettes, pellets or similar shapes; it remains in heading 2703.
- Check for added fertilizers, chemicals or other materials, because mixtures can be classified outside heading 2703.
- Check whether the product is peat wax, peat tar or peat coke, which go to other headings.
- For peat that meets the heading terms, use the single line 2703.00.00.00.
Often confused with
- Heading 2701Coal
Coal is a separate mineral fuel in chapter 27.
- Heading 2702Lignite
Lignite is a brown coal product, not peat.
- Heading 2704Peat coke and semicoke
Coke and semicoke made from peat are classified outside heading 2703.
- Heading 2706Peat tar
Tar distilled from peat goes to heading 2706.
- Heading 2712Peat wax
Peat wax is a mineral wax classified outside heading 2703.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for peat litter?
Peat litter is classified under 2703.00.00.00, with a general (MFN) rate of Free.
What is the duty on peat?
Peat under 2703.00.00.00 has a general (MFN) rate of Free.
How do I classify agglomerated peat briquettes?
Agglomerated peat briquettes remain in heading 2703; declare them under 2703.00.00.00, 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.