U.S. exports of Adipic Acid, Its Salts and Esters (HS 291712) totaled $22.4M in August 2026.
Importers of Adipic Acid, Its Salts and Esters paid $182K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 5.65% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Adipic Acid, Its Salts and Esters imports of $3.2M in August 2026 ran 30% above the year-to-date monthly average of $2.5M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataAdipic acid is the dominant precursor for nylon-6,6 production and a key intermediate in polyurethane and plasticizer chemistry, making it a high-volume industrial chemical in the US import schedule. The US tariff schedule divides the heading into three 10-digit lines: pure adipic acid (2917121000), salt and ester plasticizers (2917122000), and other salts and esters excluding plasticizers (2917125000). Canada leads supply, followed by the Netherlands and South Korea, reflecting both proximity and the concentration of global nylon-chain production in those regions. Importers should note that certain adipic acid derivatives may be subject to Section 301 measures depending on origin.
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The schedule separates pure adipic acid (2917121000) from salt and ester plasticizers (2917122000) and all other salts and esters not used as plasticizers (2917125000). Correct classification depends on the specific derivative form and its intended end use, so importers should confirm the chemical specification and application with a licensed customs broker.
Imports of certain acyclic polycarboxylic acid derivatives originating from China may be subject to Section 301 tariffs. While Canada and the Netherlands are the leading suppliers under this heading, importers sourcing from China should verify current Section 301 applicability for the specific 10-digit line with a licensed customs broker before entry.
Subheading 1 of 13 in heading 2917
Subheading 291712 · $22.4M of $61.6M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2917122000 | Salt and Ester Plasticizers of Adipic Acid | $2.4M | 1.40% | 13.36% | $33K |
| 2917121000 | Adipic Acid | $487K | 15.18% | 100.00% | $74K |
| 2917125000 | Other Adipic Acid Salts and Esters(Exc Plasticizr) | $353K | 21.21% | 98.61% | $75K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2917121000 | Adipic Acid | $20.8M |
| 2917125000 | Other Adipic Acid Salts and Esters(Exc Plasticizr) | $1.5M |
| 2917122000 | Salt and Ester Plasticizers of Adipic Acid | $135K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$3.2MYoY · free account
Exports
$22.4MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $30.2M of Adipic Acid, Its Salts and Esters and exported $211.4M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · August 2026
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Canada and Netherlands together take 89% of it.
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rate provision · imports
64.2% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 5.65% of imports for consumption.