Coal Tar Pitch for Electrode Manufacturing from Mexico
Coal tar pitch is a residue from coal tar distillation, rich in aromatic compounds like naphthalene and anthracene naturally occurring in coal tar. It serves as a binder in producing carbon electrodes for aluminum smelting. This product falls under tariff item 3824.99.00 as a chemical product not elsewhere specified.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the pitch is not a separate chemically defined compound, as that would change classification
• Provide a certificate of analysis to the CBSA to confirm the coal tar origin and composition
• Note that coal tar pitch may be subject to workplace hazardous materials regulations