HTS US: 2708.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading covers two primary products derived from coal tar or other mineral tars:
- Pitch: A viscous, black, sticky substance obtained from the distillation and processing of coal tar or other mineral tars, widely used in industrial applications such as roofing, paving, and as a binder in carbon electrodes.
- Pitch coke: A carbonaceous solid product obtained by the destructive distillation (coking) of pitch, mainly used as a raw material in the production of electrodes and other carbon products.
Both products are critical intermediates in the chemical and metallurgical industries due to their unique physical and chemical properties.
Code Hierarchy
- Section V: Mineral Products (Chapters 25-27)
- Chapter 27: Mineral Fuels, Mineral Oils and Products of Their Distillation; Bituminous Substances; Mineral Waxes
- Heading 2708: Pitch and pitch coke, obtained from coal tar or from other mineral tars
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2708.XX.XXXX– The final digits specify the exact product type.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HS heading 2708 is subdivided into specific 6-digit and 10-digit codes that distinguish between pitch and pitch coke.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2708.10 | Pitch | Viscous black substance derived from coal tar or mineral tars used in industrial applications such as roofing, paving, and as a binder. |
2708.10.00.00 |
Pitch | Includes all types of pitch obtained from coal tar or other mineral tars. |
| 2708.20 | Pitch coke | Carbonaceous solid product from the coking of pitch, used primarily in electrode manufacturing. |
2708.20.00.00 |
Pitch coke | Solid coke obtained from pitch, suitable for use in carbon electrode production and other industrial uses. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To ensure proper classification, the following items are excluded from heading 2708:
- Coal tar itself falls under other headings related to tar distillation products.
- Other mineral waxes are classified separately under Chapter 27.
- Refined petroleum products and oils are not included in this heading.
Notes
- Industrial Use: Both pitch and pitch coke are raw materials for various industrial processes, including carbon electrode manufacture, roofing, and paving.
- Regulatory Compliance: Import and export of these materials are subject to environmental and safety regulations due to their chemical nature.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates vary by product and country of origin; importers should consult the latest USHTS for current tariffs.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of pitch coke for electrode manufacturing.US HTS Code:
2708.20.00.00(Pitch coke)Unit of Quantity: Metric Ton
General Duty Rate: Refer to current USHTS (Rates depend on trade agreements and origin)
Additional Requirements: Compliance with environmental material safety standards.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 2707: Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar.
- HTS 2710: Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals.
- HTS 2620: Ash and residues containing metals from the incineration of mineral substances.
