HS Code 2708
Pitch and Pitch Coke from Tar
HS code 2708 covers pitch and pitch coke derived from coal tar or other mineral tars, primarily used as industrial binders and in aluminium smelting processes.
HS Code 2708 — Pitch and Pitch Coke from Tar
This code covers pitch and pitch coke derived from coal tar or other mineral tars. Pitch is a thick, black substance used as a binder in electrode manufacturing, while pitch coke is a solid residue used primarily in the aluminium and steel industries.
What's included
- Coal tar pitch
- Pitch coke
- Mineral tar pitch
- Distilled pitch
What's excluded
- Petroleum bitumen → use
2713(Derived from petroleum refining rather than coal tar distillation.)
Common examples
- High-softening point coal tar pitch
- Anode grade pitch coke for aluminium
- Binder pitch for graphite electrodes
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary industrial use for HS code 2708?
It is mostly used as a binder in the production of carbon anodes for aluminium smelting and graphite electrodes for electric arc furnaces.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Requires a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) due to potential PAH content.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: China, Germany, Japan
- Top importers: United Arab Emirates, Canada, Russia
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Key takeaway
HS 2708 is specific to residues from coal or mineral tars, not petroleum.
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