Coal; anthracite, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated

HS code 270111 covers anthracite coal, a high-grade, hard coal that is an essential energy source for various industries. As a key component of the global energy mix, anthracite coal plays a crucial role in powering industrial processes, generating electricity, and supporting the manufacturing sector. This code is of significant importance in the international trade of solid fuels, with anthracite coal being widely exchanged between countries to meet their energy demands.

Anthracite coal is extracted from underground mines through a process known as coal mining. The coal is then crushed and processed to remove impurities, resulting in a high-quality, energy-dense fuel. Depending on the specific end-use requirements, the anthracite may be further pulverized to a fine powder, but it is not agglomerated (combined with a binding agent to form briquettes or pellets).

The primary input for the production of anthracite coal is the natural resource itself, which is found in specific geological formations. Mining equipment, such as excavators, conveyor belts, and processing machinery, are also essential inputs for the extraction and preparation of the coal. Additionally, energy sources, labor, and transportation infrastructure are required to support the production and distribution of anthracite coal.

The primary output of HS code 270111 is high-grade anthracite coal, which is consumed by various industries, including 271011 Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, 271012 Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, other than crude, and 271111 Natural gas, liquefied. Anthracite coal is commonly used in power generation, steel production, and other industrial processes that require a reliable and high-energy fuel source.