Aromatic Heavy Oil Carbon Black Feed
High-aromatic-content heavy fraction from coal tar rectification, exceeding 50% polycyclic aromatics by weight. Used directly as feedstock in furnace black processes for carbon black production in tire manufacturing. Meets HTS 2707.99.90.10 as coal tar distillate specifically for carbon black feedstock.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If contains >50% benzene
High benzene content shifts to specific benzol subheading within same chapter.
If lubricating oil base stock rather than carbon black feed
Intended for lubrication rather than pyrolysis feedstock changes to petroleum chapter classification.
If coke oven byproducts not from distillation
Non-distilled coke oven emissions classified as separate coal tar heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for aromatic/non-aromatic ratio using HPLC analysis to substantiate 2707.99 classification over 2710 petroleum oils
• Include end-user verification from carbon black manufacturer in import documentation to justify specific subheading
• Monitor flash point (typically <60°C) for proper IMDG Class 3 packaging and labeling requirements
Related Products under HTS 2707.99.90.10
Coal Tar Pitch for Carbon Black Production
Heavy viscous residue from high-temperature coal tar distillation, rich in aromatic hydrocarbons where aromatics exceed non-aromatics by weight. Specifically formulated as feedstock for carbon black manufacturing via partial oxidation or thermal cracking processes. Classified under HTS 2707.99.90.10 due to its role as carbon black feedstock within coal tar distillates.
Carbon Black Furnace Feedstock Oil
Specialty coal tar oil blend optimized for furnace carbon black reactors, with aromatic content >70% by weight. Distilled from high-temperature coal tar and meets strict viscosity specs for thermal decomposition. HTS 2707.99.90.10 applies to these purpose-specific carbon black feedstocks.
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon Feedstock
Coal tar fraction enriched in polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) like anthracene oil residue, used exclusively as carbon black production feedstock. Aromatic constituents substantially exceed non-aromatics, qualifying under coal tar distillates heading 2707. Specific .90.10 subheading for carbon black designation.
Thermal Carbon Black Process Oil
Heavy aromatic distillate from coal tar designed for thermal black carbon processes, with low volatility and high carbon yield potential. Meets definition of coal tar product where aromatic > non-aromatic weight. HTS 2707.99.90.10 specifically covers these carbon black feed materials.