Mineral Tar Pitch
Mineral tar pitch is derived from other mineral tars, such as those from oil shale, and falls under the broad definition of pitch in heading 2708. It is used in specialty asphalt formulations and refractory materials, and is classified under tariff item 2708.10.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is mixed with other bituminous materials
Mixtures of bitumen and pitch are classified under heading 2715.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the source of the mineral tar to ensure it is not a separate chemically defined compound
• Provide evidence of the distillation process used to obtain the pitch
• Check if the product is subject to any Canadian environmental restrictions on mineral tar derivatives
Related Products under Tariff item 2708.10.00
Aluminum Smelting Anode Pitch
Aluminum smelting anode pitch is a high-quality coal tar pitch with a specific beta-resin content, used as a binder in the production of green anodes for aluminum electrolysis. It is obtained from the distillation of coal tar and meets the definition of pitch under tariff item 2708.10.00.
Coal Tar Pitch
Coal tar pitch is a black, viscous residue obtained from the distillation of coal tar, classified under tariff item 2708.10.00. It is primarily used in the production of electrodes for aluminum smelting and other metallurgical applications.
Graphite Electrode Pitch
Graphite electrode pitch is a special-grade coal tar pitch used in manufacturing graphite electrodes for electric arc furnaces. It meets the criteria for pitch from coal tar under tariff item 2708.10.00, with low sulfur and high carbon content suitable for metallurgical applications.
Industrial Waterproofing Pitch
Industrial waterproofing pitch is a coal tar pitch designed for waterproofing compounds and pipeline coatings, derived from coal tar. It falls under tariff item 2708.10.00 as pitch from coal tar, offering excellent chemical resistance and adhesion for construction applications.
Modified Coal Tar Pitch
Modified coal tar pitch is coal tar pitch that has undergone calcination or air-blowing to improve its properties, while retaining its primary characteristics as pitch. It is classified under tariff item 2708.10.00 and used in advanced carbon composites and other applications.
Pitch Coke Precursor
Pitch coke precursor is uncalcined coal tar pitch used as a direct precursor for pitch coke production, classified under tariff item 2708.10.00 before carbonization. It is used in delayed coking processes to produce pitch coke.