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Carbon Pitch

 

Overview
Carbon pitch is an important raw material in the production process for aluminum and for the production of steel in electric arc furnaces. The global aluminum industry uses carbon pitch as a binding agent in the formation of carbon anodes. Koppers has been a leading supplier of carbon pitch to the aluminum industry for over 70 years, which enables smelters to produce this important metal efficiently and economically.

Features

  • Reliable supply and dependable service
  • Technical support services
  • Global sourcing and multi-location backup supply
  • Ocean, rail and road transport options enhanced by select bulk liquid pitch terminals
  • Strong strategic alliances with customers, suppliers and logistics services providers
  • Shared vision for long-term success

Benefits

  • Nine global coal tar distillation facilities
  • 2,035,000 metric tons tar distillation capacity
  • Seven liquid pitch terminals
    (one with solid storage and melting capability)
  • Five high temperature liquid pitch transport vessels
  • Integrated into downstream products
  • Solid pitch terminal – United Kingdom

Availability
Logistics services are available in Australia, China, Europe and the United States. For logistics information from a specific location, contact:

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