Coal Tar Pitch for Electrode Manufacturing from Canada

Coal tar pitch is a high-aromatic residue from coal tar distillation, where ≥65% distills at 250°C, used in producing carbon electrodes for aluminum smelting. Its aromatic constituents exceed non-aromatics, fitting HTS 2707.50.00.00 precisely. This semi-solid material binds graphite during electrode production.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

0%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide lab reports confirming softening point, quinoline insolubles, and distillation per ISO 3405 for classification

Declare exact use in manufacturing to prevent misclassification as general roofing pitch

Ensure bulk packaging complies with IMDG/49 CFR hazmat codes for flammable liquids