Coal Tar Pitch from Germany
Coal tar pitch is the heavy residue from high temperature coal tar distillation, rich in aromatics and used in roofing, aluminum smelting, and electrode manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2707.99.90.90 as an other product where aromatics outweigh nonaromatics. It differs from lighter distillates like benzol or toluol.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Provide distillation process documentation; test for softening point and aromatic purity; watch for misclassification as bitumen under 2714