Coal Tar Pitch Sealing Compound from Germany
Viscous sealing paste made from coal tar pitch for joint filling in concrete structures and roofing repairs. Classified in HTS 6807.90.00 as an article of similar material to asphalt, specifically coal tar pitch in worked form.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Certify coal tar pitch purity via assay reports to distinguish from Chapter 27 raw pitches
• Label as hazardous material if flash point <60°C, requiring DOT compliance for transport
• Avoid declaring as 'paint' – specify 'bituminous sealant' to stay in Chapter 68