U.S. exports of Isocyanates (HS 292910) totaled $30.7M in August 2026.
Importers of Isocyanates paid $485K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 12.41% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Isocyanates imports of $3.9M in August 2026 ran 36% below the year-to-date monthly average of $6.1M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSeveral lines within this heading carry Section 301 exposure, making origin a critical classification variable for US importers of these highly reactive industrial chemicals. Isocyanates — including toluene diisocyanate (TDI, covered under 2929101000 and 2929101500), methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI, 2929108010), and hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI, 2929103500) — are primary building blocks for polyurethane foams, coatings, adhesives, and elastomers. Germany leads US supply, followed by Hungary and China, reflecting the concentration of large-scale TDI and MDI production in Europe and Asia. Importers should verify whether specific isocyanate variants fall under chemical weapons convention-related controls or EPA TSCA reporting requirements.
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Unmixed toluene diisocyanates (TDI) are classified under 2929101000, while 2,4- and 2,6-TDI mixtures fall under 2929101500. Methylene diphenylene isocyanate (MDI) has its own dedicated line at 2929108010. Importers should confirm the exact chemical identity and mixture status before filing, as misclassification between these lines can affect applicable duty rates and Section 301 exposure.
Isocyanates are not subject to FDA or USDA admissibility review, but certain variants — particularly those with dual-use potential — may require EPA TSCA certification or be subject to export/import controls under chemical weapons convention schedules. Importers should consult a licensed customs broker and verify TSCA compliance obligations before shipment.
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Subheading 1 of 2 in heading 2929
Subheading 292910 · $30.7M of $37.5M
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2929102700 | N-Butylisocyanate; Cycloheryl Isocyanate; Etc. | $1.3M | 11.69% | 100.00% | $146K |
| 2929108090 | Other Isocyanates | $1.2M | 11.93% | 99.37% | $143K |
| 2929105500 | Isocyanates of Products in U.s.note 3 to Sect 6 | $410K | 17.11% | 100.00% | $70K |
| 2929101500 | Mixtures of 2,4- and 2,6-Toluene Diisocyanates | $339K | 12.22% | 100.00% | $41K |
| 2929103500 | 1-6 Hexamethylene Diisocyanate | $268K | 13.89% | 100.00% | $37K |
| 2929108010 | Methylenedi-Phenylene Isocyanate (Mdi) | $222K | 7.15% | 67.27% | $16K |
| 2929101000 | Toluenediisocyanates (Unmixed) | $214K | 14.29% | 100.00% | $31K |
| 2929102000 | Bitolylene Diisocyanate(Todi); 0-Isocyanc Acid Etc | — | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2929101500 | Mixtures of 2,4- and 2,6-Toluene Diisocyanates | $15.5M |
| 2929108050 | Isocyanates, NESOI | $10.8M |
| 2929108010 | Methylenedi-Phenylene Isocyanate (Mdi) | $2.3M |
| 2929101000 | Toluenediisocyanates (Unmixed) | $2.1M |
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.
Exports · August 2026
destination
Mexico and Belgium together take 44% of it.
customs district
origin
entry
rate provision · imports
2.1% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 12.41% of imports for consumption.
ImportsExports
Imports
$3.9MYoY · free account
Exports
$30.7MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $69.1M of Isocyanates and exported $420.7M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.