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U.S. imports of benzene (coal tar origin) (HS 270710) totaled $4.4M in April 2026, traded with 2 countries.
Benzene (Coal Tar Origin) imports of $4.4M in April 2026 ran 15% below the year-to-date monthly average of $5.2M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataDerived from coal tar distillation, benzene classified under heading 270710 is a foundational aromatic hydrocarbon used as a petrochemical feedstock for styrene, cumene, cyclohexane, and other downstream chemicals. A single 10-digit tariff line (2707100000) covers all imports, simplifying classification but not compliance — EPA regulates benzene as a hazardous air pollutant and OSHA imposes strict handling requirements at the port and facility level. The Netherlands leads US supply, with Canada and Denmark also among the top sources, reflecting the concentration of coal tar processing capacity in European refining hubs.
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Benzene under HTS heading 2707 must originate from coal tar distillation or other high-temperature coal distillation processes. Petroleum-derived benzene is classified elsewhere in Chapter 29. Importers should retain process documentation from the foreign producer to support the correct chapter classification, as CBP may request evidence of the production method.
Yes. Benzene is listed as a hazardous substance under CERCLA and a hazardous air pollutant under the Clean Air Act. Importers must comply with EPA reporting thresholds and OSHA Hazard Communication Standards, including proper Safety Data Sheet documentation accompanying each shipment.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $4.4M | $228K | -$4.2M |
| NETHERLANDS | -- | $295K | +$295K |
| MEXICO | -- | -- | -- |
| KOREA, SOUTH | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2707100000 | BENZENE | $4.4M | -- |
BENZENE
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2707100000 | BENZENE | $522K |
BENZENE
528.3K l
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON, TX | $4.4M | $295K | -$4.1M |
| PORT HURON, MI | -- | $228K | +$228K |
| LAREDO, TX | -- | -- | -- |