Tar

Overview

Tar is a dark brown or black viscous liquid that is produced by the partial combustion or distillation of organic materials such as wood, coal, or petroleum. It is a complex mixture of organic compounds that includes aromatic hydrocarbons, phenols, and other organic functional groups. As a chemical product, tar has many applications, including as a binder in asphalt and concrete, as a fuel, and as a source of chemicals for the production of other products, such as creosote and pitch. It is also used in the production of cigarettes and as a flavoring additive in foods, such as roasted coffee. Recent developments in the chemistry of tar have focused on reducing the environmental impact of its production and use. Researchers are exploring ways to produce tar from renewable resources, such as biomass, and to reduce the emissions produced during its use. They are also working on developing new applications for tar by using it as a feedstock for the production of higher-value chemicals, such as phenols and benzene. In addition, advances in analytical techniques have allowed scientists to better understand the chemical composition of tar and to develop methods for controlling its properties. This has led to improvements in the quality and consistency of products made from tar and to the development of new applications in fields such as pharmaceuticals and materials science. Overall, the continued research and development of tar chemistry is essential for improving the efficiency and sustainability of its production and use, and for unlocking its potential as a valuable chemical resource.

Research published in this journal

1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 1 article above has been cited 7 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Nov 2026.

• Bőrgyógyászati és Venerológiai Szemle
  2026 · Bőrgyógyászati és Venerológiai Szemle
• The Role of Plant Oils in Combating Streptococcal Infections: Mechanisms, Efficacy, and Therapeutic Potential
  2025 · Current Microbiology
• The Role of Plant Oils in Combating Streptococcal Infections: Mechanisms, Efficacy, and Therapeutic Potential
  2025 · Current Microbiology
• Hypersensitivity reactions amongst Hungarian Patients with Hereditary Angioedema due to C1-Inhibitor Deficiency
  2023 · World Allergy Organization Journal
• The 100-year history of the pach test in Hungary Importance of the 7th day assessment: confirmation of methodological recommendation in light of 15 years of data
  2023 · Bőrgyógyászati és Venerológiai Szemle
• Hypersensitivity reactions amongst Hungarian Patients with Hereditary Angioedema due to C1-Inhibitor Deficiency
  2023 · World Allergy Organization Journal
• Alteration among the patch test allergens in the environmental standard baseline series of the Allergology Laboratory of the National Dermatological and Venereological Institute and the Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Dermatooncology of Semmelweis University
  2021 · Bőrgyógyászati és Venerológiai Szemle

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