Wood Tar, Vegetable Pitch & Similar Rosin-Based Preparations

Wood creosote used as a wood preservative is a registered pesticide under FIFRA and must comply with EPA registration and labeling requirements. Importers bringing in wood creosote for pesticidal use should confirm that the product is registered or that the import qualifies under an applicable exemption, and should be prepared for EPA review at entry.

Vegetable pitch is a general term for dark, viscous residues obtained from the distillation of plant-derived tars or resins. Brewers' pitch is a specific product historically used to line wooden brewing vessels, typically based on rosin or resin acids. Both fall within heading 380700, but buyers should confirm the product's composition and intended use to ensure the correct description appears on entry documents and to support any downstream regulatory compliance.