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U.S. imports of pentaerythritol (HS 290542) totaled $5.1M in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Pentaerythritol paid $748K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $5.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPentaerythritol's four hydroxyl groups make it a high-functionality polyol used in alkyd resin synthesis, rosin esters for adhesives, synthetic lubricant esters, and flame-retardant applications. Sweden and Germany are the primary US suppliers, a pattern consistent with the concentration of large-scale pentaerythritol production in northern Europe. Turkey and Taiwan also appear among leading sources, indicating some diversification of supply. Classified under a single 10-digit line (2905420000), the key commercial distinction is between mono-pentaerythritol and technical-grade (which contains dipentaerythritol), as the ratio affects resin functionality and must be specified in purchase contracts.
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Technical-grade pentaerythritol typically contains a significant proportion of dipentaerythritol, which has six hydroxyl groups and produces higher-functionality resins. Mono-grade (high-purity) pentaerythritol is preferred for applications requiring consistent resin molecular weight, such as synthetic lubricant esters and certain rosin derivatives. Importers should specify the grade and minimum mono-content in their purchase contracts and verify compliance via certificate of analysis.
Importers should check the current status of antidumping and countervailing duty orders with CBP and the International Trade Administration, as pentaerythritol has historically been subject to trade remedy proceedings from certain origins. The applicable duty treatment can vary significantly by country of origin, so confirming the current order status before contracting is essential.
Monthly import values over time
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2905420000 | PENTAERYTHRITOL | $5.1M | 14.64% | $748K |
PENTAERYTHRITOL
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2905420000 | PENTAERYTHRITOL | $1.2M |
PENTAERYTHRITOL
449.7K 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 | $1.9M | $315K | -$1.6M |
| Ohio | $1.4M | $537K | -$866K |
| New Jersey | $478K | $3K | -$475K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON, TX | $1.9M | -- | -$1.9M |
| DETROIT, MI | $1.3M | -- | -$1.3M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $1.0M | -- | -$1.0M |