HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2701.19 – Coal; (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated
HS code 2701.19 is the 6-digit subheading for coal, (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated. It is used for lignite coal, sub-bituminous coal, brown coal, pulverised lignite and peat (if considered coal).
What HS 2701.19 covers
This HS code encompasses other types of coal, specifically excluding anthracite and bituminous coal, whether or not pulverized but not agglomerated. This category primarily includes lignite (brown coal) and sub-bituminous coal. These coals generally have lower energy content, higher moisture, and higher volatile matter compared to bituminous and anthracite coals. Due to their lower energy density and higher transport costs relative to their value, they are often used for domestic power generation, particularly in countries with abundant local reserves. International trade in these coals is less extensive than for higher-rank coals. Importers are less common, with most usage being domestic. Exporters are typically countries with significant lignite or sub-bituminous deposits. Key factors include moisture content, calorific value, and ash content, which dictate their suitability for specific power generation or industrial uses.
- Covers
- Lignite coal
- Sub-bituminous coal
- Brown coal
- Pulverised lignite
- Peat (if considered coal)
- Low-rank coal
- Examples
- RWE lignite
- various regional power plant fuels
- specific industrial boiler fuels
- German brown coal
Codes often confused with 2701.19
Common mistake. Easily confused with 270112 (bituminous coal) if the calorific value and moisture content are not accurately measured, leading to incorrect duty or classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 270119, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 270119 in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 68% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 58% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Indonesia $18.5B 68% of world exports
- 2 Russia* ~$4.6B 17% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Mozambique $1.7B 6.1% of world exports
World total: $27.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $26.2B 58% of world imports
- 2 Malaysia $3.5B 7.7% of world imports
- 3 Philippines $2.5B 5.5% of world imports
World total: $45.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 2701.19
Brazil does not split HS 2701.19: its NCM code is 2701.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 27.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2701.19
What is HS code 270119?
HS code 270119 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Coal; (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated. This HS code encompasses other types of coal, specifically excluding anthracite and bituminous coal, whether or not pulverized but not agglomerated. This category primarily includes lignite (brown coal) and sub-bituminous coal. These coals generally have lower energy content, higher moisture, and higher volatile matter compared to bituminous and anthracite coals. Due to their lower energy density and higher transport costs relative to their value, they are often used for domestic power generation, particularly in countries with abundant local reserves. International trade in these coals is less extensive than for higher-rank coals. Importers are less common, with most usage being domestic. Exporters are typically countries with significant lignite or sub-bituminous deposits. Key factors include moisture content, calorific value, and ash content, which dictate their suitability for specific power generation or industrial uses.
What products fall under HS code 270119?
Lignite coal, sub-bituminous coal, brown coal, pulverised lignite, peat (if considered coal), low-rank coal
What are common misclassifications for HS code 270119?
Easily confused with 270112 (bituminous coal) if the calorific value and moisture content are not accurately measured, leading to incorrect duty or classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 270119?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 270119 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($18.5B, 68% of world exports), Russia (about $4.6B) and Mozambique ($1.7B). World exports came to about $27.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 270119?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 270119 in UN Comtrade data were India ($26.2B, 58% of world imports), Malaysia ($3.5B) and the Philippines ($2.5B). World imports came to about $45.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 270119 structured?
HS code 270119 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (27) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 270119?
In Brazil, HS code 270119 is NCM 2701.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.