Last updated: 28/06/2026
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Tar.fyi is operated by the Materials Journalism Foundation. Tar.fyi publishes informational material about tar, pitch, resinous materials, traditional materials, historical uses, craft uses, and related subjects.
The information on tar.fyi is provided for general knowledge, education, historical interest, and reference. It is not professional advice. It is not medical advice, legal advice, engineering advice, conservation advice, construction advice, chemical safety advice, or a substitute for the instructions supplied by a product manufacturer or qualified professional.
Tar can refer to many different materials, including wood tar, pine tar, coal tar, bituminous materials, roofing products, road materials, historical substances, and modern industrial products. These materials can behave differently and may involve different risks. Any article on tar.fyi should be read in that context. Before using any tar, pitch, resin, coating, solvent, preservative, or related product, you should read the product label, safety data sheet, manufacturer instructions, and any relevant local rules.
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