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U.S. imports of agglomerated lignite, excluding jet (HS 270220) totaled $86K in June 2026, traded with 2 countries.
Pressing or extruding lignite into briquettes or pellets under heading 270220 improves its handling characteristics and raises its effective energy density relative to raw brown coal, making it more suitable for residential heating and small boiler applications. All US imports enter under a single tariff line (2702200000), and the market is supplied almost exclusively by Canada and Mexico — a supplier concentration that reflects both geographic proximity and the limited global seaborne trade in this low-value solid fuel. The agglomeration process may involve binders that affect combustion emissions, so importers targeting consumer or commercial heating markets should verify compliance with applicable EPA solid-fuel regulations. Jet remains excluded from this heading for the same reasons as in the non-agglomerated lignite heading.
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The distinction rests on the rank of the source coal: agglomerated products made from lignite (brown coal) fall under heading 2702, while those made from bituminous or other higher-rank coals fall under heading 2701. A certificate of analysis confirming the calorific value and rank of the base material is the standard supporting document for CBP classification.
Imports from Canada and Mexico may qualify for preferential duty treatment under USMCA if the goods meet the applicable rules of origin. Importers should confirm origin certification and ensure the product qualifies under the relevant tariff shift or other USMCA rule before claiming the preference at entry.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2702200000 | LIGNITE, AGGLOMERATED, EXCLUDING JET | $86K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $49K | -- | -$49K |
| Arizona | $37K | -- | -$37K |
| Florida | -- | -- | -- |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWEETGRASS, MT | $59K | -- | -$59K |
| EASTPORT, ID | $27K | -- | -$27K |
| BROWNSVILLE, TX | -- | -- | -- |