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U.S. imports of coal tar pitch (HS 270810) totaled $6.8M in April 2026, traded with 9 countries.
Importers of Coal Tar Pitch paid $16K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 25% on $63K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Coal Tar Pitch imports of $6.8M in April 2026 ran 30% above the year-to-date monthly average of $5.2M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPitch derived from coal tar and other mineral tars — classified under a single tariff line (2708100000) — is the solid or semi-solid residue remaining after distillation of coal tar, and it serves as a critical binder in the production of graphite electrodes, aluminum smelting anodes, and carbon fiber precursors. Canada is the leading supplier to the US, with Spain, Germany, Czech Republic, and Ukraine also among the top sources, reflecting the concentration of coke-oven and coal tar processing in steel-producing regions. Electrode-grade pitch commands a significant quality premium over standard binder pitch, and importers should ensure supplier specifications align with end-user requirements before contracting.
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Electrode-grade pitch typically requires tighter control of softening point (often 110–120°C by Mettler or ring-and-ball method), low quinoline-insoluble content, and controlled beta-resin levels to ensure proper binding and coking behavior during electrode manufacture. Standard binder pitch used in road construction or roofing applications has looser tolerances. Importers supplying the aluminum or steel electrode market should request full analytical certificates and confirm the grade meets the end-user's specification before shipment.
Yes. Coal tar pitch volatiles are classified as a known human carcinogen by IARC and are regulated under OSHA's carcinogen standards. EPA lists coal tar pitch under CERCLA and EPCRA reporting frameworks. Importers and downstream handlers must comply with hazard communication requirements, including proper GHS labeling and Safety Data Sheet distribution, and may have Toxic Release Inventory reporting obligations depending on quantities processed.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $5.3M | $1.0M | -$4.2M |
| CZECH REPUBLIC | $658K | -- | -$658K |
| SPAIN | $329K | -- | -$329K |
| GERMANY | $316K | -- | -$316K |
| UKRAINE | $81K | -- | -$81K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2708100000 | PITCH FROM COAL AND OTHER MINERAL TARS | $6.8M | 25.00% | $16K |
PITCH FROM COAL AND OTHER MINERAL TARS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2708100000 | PITCH FROM COAL AND OTHER MINERAL TARS | $1.0M |
PITCH FROM COAL AND OTHER MINERAL TARS
1.0M kg
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORT HURON, MI | $2.7M | $506K | -$2.2M |
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | $2.0M | $16K | -$2.0M |
| BALTIMORE, MD | $832K | -- | -$832K |