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U.S. imports of citric acid (HS 291814) totaled $28.2M in April 2026, traded with 23 countries.
Importers of Citric Acid paid $2.0M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $13.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Citric Acid imports of $28.2M in April 2026 ran 18% above the year-to-date monthly average of $23.9M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataCitric acid is one of the most widely traded organic acids globally, serving as an acidulant and preservative in food and beverages, a chelating agent in cleaning products, and an excipient in pharmaceuticals. Canada leads US imports at this heading, a supply relationship facilitated by USMCA, which provides favorable duty treatment for Canadian-origin goods. Thailand and Colombia are also notable sources. Citric acid produced in China has historically been subject to antidumping duty orders, making origin verification a critical compliance step for importers sourcing from Asian suppliers. Food- and pharmaceutical-grade shipments require FDA admissibility review.
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The US has maintained antidumping duty orders on citric acid and certain citrate salts from China. Importers sourcing from Chinese suppliers must obtain an antidumping case number, post a cash deposit at the applicable rate, and be prepared for administrative review adjustments. The specific deposit rate varies by producer; importers should consult the US International Trade Commission and Commerce Department order for current rates and scope guidance.
Customs entry requires a commercial invoice with the correct 10-digit HTS code (2918140000) and country of origin. For food- or pharma-grade material, FDA additionally requires prior notice of importation and may request a certificate of analysis confirming compliance with applicable food chemical or USP/FCC monograph specifications. Admissibility classification is complex; a licensed customs broker with food chemical experience should be engaged.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2918140000 | CITRIC ACID | $28.2M | 15.63% | $2.0M |
CITRIC ACID
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2918140000 | CITRIC ACID | $2.5M |
CITRIC ACID
896.2K kg
NUCLEIC ACIDS & SALTS; OTHER HETEROCYCLIC CMP, NES
HS 293499
HETEROCYCLIC COMP W NITROGEN HETERO-ATM ONLY NESOI
HS 293399
POLYPEPTIDE PROTEIN& GLYCOPROTEIN HORMONES &DERIV
HS 293719
CMPDS CONT AN UNFUSED PYRIDINE RING ETC NESOI
HS 293339
COMP WITH PYRIMIDINE OR PIPERAZINE RING, NESOI
HS 293359
ANTIBIOTICS, NESOI
HS 294190
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $6.1M | $17K | -$6.1M |
| California | $5.0M | $196K | -$4.8M |
| New York | $2.8M | $61K | -$2.7M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORT HURON, MI | $6.2M | $488K | -$5.8M |
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | $6.2M | $127K | -$6.1M |
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $4.2M | $89K | -$4.1M |