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U.S. imports of methyloxirane (propylene oxide) (HS 291020) totaled $8.4M in April 2026, traded with 2 countries.
Importers of Methyloxirane (Propylene Oxide) paid $289K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 3.5% on $8.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Methyloxirane (Propylene Oxide) imports of $8.4M in April 2026 ran 171% above the year-to-date monthly average of $3.1M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPropylene oxide is a foundational petrochemical intermediate, primarily consumed in the manufacture of polyether polyols for polyurethane foams and propylene glycol for food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. Germany leads US import supply under the single tariff line 2910200000, reflecting the strength of European integrated chemical producers in this specialty epoxide. Like ethylene oxide, propylene oxide is a flammable, reactive liquid subject to DOT hazmat transport rules and EPA TSCA inventory requirements.
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The dominant end-use is polyether polyol production for flexible and rigid polyurethane foams used in furniture, automotive seating, and insulation. Secondary demand comes from propylene glycol production serving food-grade, pharmaceutical, and de-icing applications, as well as from glycol ether and surfactant manufacturing.
If propylene oxide is the primary constituent of a mixture, it may still classify under 2910200000, but mixtures where another component predominates could fall under a different HTS heading. Classification of chemical mixtures is fact-specific; consult a licensed customs broker or conduct a binding ruling request before importing.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NETHERLANDS | -- | $15.7M | +$15.7M |
| GERMANY | $6.5M | -- | -$6.5M |
| MEXICO | -- | $4.6M | +$4.6M |
| TAIWAN | -- | $2.0M | +$2.0M |
| BRAZIL | $1.9M | $83K | -$1.8M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2910200000 | METHYLOXIRANE (PROPYLENE OXIDE) | $8.4M | 3.45% | $289K |
METHYLOXIRANE (PROPYLENE OXIDE)
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2910200000 | METHYLOXIRANE (PROPYLENE OXIDE) | $24.9M |
METHYLOXIRANE (PROPYLENE OXIDE)
22.3M 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $8.4M | $23.5M | +$15.1M |
| New Jersey | -- | $1.4M | +$1.4M |
| Louisiana | -- | -- | -- |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON, TX | -- | $20.3M | +$20.3M |
| FREEPORT, TX | $8.4M | -- | -$8.4M |
| BROWNSVILLE, TX | -- | $2.1M | +$2.1M |