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U.S. imports of melamine resins, primary forms (HS 390920) totaled $3.7M in June 2026, traded with 20 countries.
Importers of Melamine Resins, Primary Forms paid $248K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $1.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Melamine Resins, Primary Forms imports of $3.7M in June 2026 ran 43% above the year-to-date monthly average of $2.6M.
Melamine-formaldehyde resins are valued for their hardness, heat resistance, and surface gloss, making them the resin of choice for decorative laminates (countertops, flooring overlays), dishware, and fire-retardant coatings. All US imports fall under a single 10-digit line (3909200000). Germany is the leading supplier, with Canada and Norway also prominent — Norway's position reflects its integrated melamine production capacity tied to natural gas feedstocks.
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Norway hosts large-scale melamine production facilities that benefit from competitively priced natural gas feedstocks used in ammonia and urea synthesis — the upstream inputs for melamine. This cost advantage supports Norwegian exports of melamine resin to global markets including the US.
Melamine resins (3909.20) are amino-resins derived from melamine and formaldehyde, while phenolic resins (3909.40) are condensation products of phenol and formaldehyde. The key classification indicator is the amino-compound base: melamine-based products go to 3909.20, phenol-based products to 3909.40. Mixed or modified resins require careful review of the predominant chemical character.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3909200000 | MELAMINE RESINS | $3.7M | 6.67% | 40.72% | $248K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3909200000 | MELAMINE RESINS | $5.1M |
ARTICLES OF PLASTICS, NESOI
HS 392690
TABLEWARE AND KITCHENWARE OF PLASTICS
HS 392410
FLOOR, WALL, ETC COVERS, VINYL CHLORIDE POLYMERS
HS 391810
HOUSEHOLD AND TOILET ARTICLES NESOI OF PLASTICS
HS 392490
SACKS & BAGS (INCL CONES) OF POLYMERS OF ETHYLENE
HS 392321
ETHYLENE-ALPHA-OLEFIN COPOLY, SPC GRAVITY <0.94
HS 390140
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $318K | $2.5M | +$2.2M |
| North Carolina | $1.6M | $82K | -$1.5M |
| Ohio | $619K | $249K | -$370K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | $61K | $2.7M | +$2.6M |
| ALEXANDRIA BAY, NY | $1.3M | $60K | -$1.3M |
| EL PASO, TX | -- | $699K | +$699K |