Ongoing developments, such as shut down of coal tar pitch production facilities by top
manufacturer Koppers Inc., have also been covered in this report. The major trends in the Coal
Tar Pitch market have also been studied thoroughly and been validated by industry experts.
Recent market trends, such as development of environmental friendly coal tar pitch and
development of Zero QI impregnating pitch to enhance the life and performance of electrodes,
have also been covered in detail in the report. The manufacturers are entering into long-term
partnerships with coal tar suppliers to ensure backward integrated supply. Moreover, coal tar
pitch manufacturers are collaborating with global aluminum smelters and graphite electrode
manufacturers to ensure a continuous and reliable supply of coal tar pitch.
Global Coal Tar Pitch Market Analysis by Form
In terms of form, the global coal tar pitch market is anticipated to be dominated by the liquid
form throughout the forecast period. Most of the aluminum smelters uses coal tar pitch in liquid
form owing to the occupational health and safety concerns.
Global Coal Tar Pitch Market Analysis by Grade
In terms of grade, the global Coal Tar Pitch market is anticipated to be dominated by aluminum
grade coal tar pitch. The use of coal tar pitch in the aluminum production industry accounts for
~80% share. The use of coal tar pitch for the manufacturing of graphite electrode is also
anticipated to expand significantly. Growing demand for graphite electrodes, majorly in China