At Globcom International FZE, we supply High-Softening Point (HSP) Coal Tar Pitch in pencil form, widely used in the aluminium, graphite electrode, and refractories industries. With its high coking value, controlled softening point, and low volatile content, this grade ensures superior binding properties, making it an essential raw material for metallurgical and industrial applications.

Product Details

Property Unit Acceptable Value Test Method
Softening Point (Mettler) °C 110 – 115 ISO 5940
Coking Value Wt % 55 – 62 ISO 6998
Beta Resins (TI-QI) Wt % ≥ 20 By Calculation
Distillation (0–360°C) Wt % 3.0 – 5.0 ISO 8007
Mesophase (>1 micron) Vol % ≤ 1.0 ISO 8007
Total Moisture Wt % ≤ 0.5 ISO 687
Ash Content Wt % ≤ 0.25 ISO 8005
Granulometry (Diameter ≥10 mm) % ≥ 10 ISO 2591-1973
Granulometry (Length ≤50 mm) % ≤ 10 ISO 2591-1973
Viscosity at 140°C CP 3000 – 12000 ISO 8003
Viscosity at 160°C CP 1000 – 2000 ISO 8003
Viscosity at 180°C CP 200 – 500 ISO 8003
Water Content Wt % ≤ 0.2 ISO 5939
Density in Water Kg/dm³ 1.30 – 1.34 ISO 6999
Quinoline Insoluble (QI) Wt % 6 – 10 ISO 6791
Toluene Insoluble (TI) Wt % 28 – 32 ISO 6376
Sulphur Content (S) Wt % 0.5 – 0.7 ISO 8658

Trace Elements (ppm)

  • Na: 50 – 250

  • Cl: 50 – 150

  • Ca: 20 – 100

  • Si: 50 – 200

  • Fe: 50 – 300

  • Zn: 100 – 500

  • Pb: 100 – 300

Key Advantages

Parameter Benefit
High Binding Strength Ensures durability in electrode and refractory applications
Controlled Volatiles Improves operational safety and reduces emissions
Optimized Softening Point Provides stability in high-temperature processes
Low Ash & Moisture Guarantees purity and efficiency
Form (Pencil Pitch) Easy to handle, transport, and store

Applications

  • Aluminium Industry – Binder for carbon anodes

  • Graphite Electrodes – Improves density and conductivity

  • Refractories – Binding agent in carbon bricks and shaped products

  • Chemical Industry – Source for advanced pitch derivatives

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