Uganda HS Code

HS Code 270220: Lignite, whether or not agglomerated, excluding jet : Agglomerated lignite in Uganda

Q: Is HS code 270220 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 270220 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. Uganda extends it under EAC CET.

Q: What system does Uganda use to classify HS code 270220?

Uganda classifies products under the EAC Common External Tariff (EAC CET; locally EAC CET), which extends HS codes to 8 digits. The first 6 digits align with the WCO Harmonized System, and the rest cover national tariff and statistical needs.

Q: Where can I officially look up HS code 270220 in Uganda?

The official source is https://www.ura.go.ug/. For faster cross-country lookups, TradeInt's HS Code Tool consolidates classifications across all major countries in one place.

What is HS Code 270220 in Uganda

Under Uganda's EAC Common External Tariff (EAC CET), HS Code 270220 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Lignite, whether or not agglomerated, excluding jet : Agglomerated lignite. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; Uganda extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 270220 belongs to Section V: Mineral products, Chapter 27: Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes, Heading 2702: Lignite, whether or not agglomerated, excluding jet.

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Classification Path of HS Code 270220 in Uganda

Section V

Chapters (25-27) Mineral products

Chapter 27

Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes

HS Code 2702

Lignite, whether or not agglomerated, excluding jet

HS Code 270220

Lignite, whether or not agglomerated, excluding jet : Agglomerated lignite

HS Code 27022000

Agglomerated lignite (excl. jet)

Uganda Tariff Classification: EAC Common External Tariff (EAC CET)

In Uganda, HS 270220 is classified under the EAC Common External Tariff (EAC CET) — a 8-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule EAC Common External Tariff (EAC CET)

Local name EAC CET

Digits 8

Official source https://www.ura.go.ug/

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Related HS Code to Uganda Agglomerated Lignite Briquettes (270220)

HS Code 27022000

Agglomerated lignite (excl. jet)

HS Code 270210

Lignite, whether or not agglomerated, excluding jet : Lignite, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated

HS Code 270111

Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal : Coal, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated : Anthracite

HS Code 270112

Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal : Coal, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated : Bituminous coal

HS Code 270119

Coal; briquettes, ovoids and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal : Coal, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated : Other coal

HS Code 270120

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

HS Code 270300

Peat (including peat litter), whether or not agglomerated

HS Code 270400

Coke and semicoke of coal, of lignite or of peat, whether or not agglomerated; retort carbon

HS Code 270500

Coal gas, water gas, producer gas and similar gases, other than petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons

HS Code 270600

Tar distilled from coal, from lignite or from peat, and other mineral tars, whether or not dehydrated or partially distilled, including reconstituted tars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 270220 in Uganda?

HS code 270220 covers Lignite, whether or not agglomerated, excluding jet : Agglomerated lignite in Uganda. It sits in Chapter 27 (Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes), Heading 2702 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under EAC CET.

Is HS code 270220 the same across all countries?

What system does Uganda use to classify HS code 270220?

Where can I officially look up HS code 270220 in Uganda?