2707.99.90.10 - Carbon black feedstocks 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | bbl |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This classification, 2707.99.90.10, specifically covers "Carbon black feedstocks" within the broader category of oils and other products derived from the distillation of high-temperature coal tar. These feedstocks are characterized by a high aromatic content and are intended for use in the production of carbon black, a material widely utilized in the manufacturing of tires, pigments, and other industrial products.
Distinguishing this subcategory from its sibling, 2707.99.90.90 ("Other"), is crucial. While both fall under the "Other" designation at this level of detail, 2707.99.90.10 is narrowly defined by its specific end-use: as a precursor for carbon black production. The sibling category 2707.99.90.90 encompasses all other residual coal tar distillation products that do not meet the criteria for carbon black feedstock or any other more specifically enumerated subcategory. Therefore, the intended application is the primary differentiating factor.
As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification within 2707.99.90.10 relies on confirming that the product is indeed derived from coal tar distillation, possesses a predominantly aromatic composition, and is designated for the manufacture of carbon black. The absence of more granular subcategories means that the general definition and end-use are the sole determinants for classification under this code.