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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of camphor (SITC 51627) totaled $601K in July 2026, traded with 3 countries.
Importers of Camphor paid $69K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $563K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Camphor imports of $601K in July 2026 ran 46% above the year-to-date monthly average of $411K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataCamphor is a bicyclic monoterpenoid ketone produced both synthetically and from natural sources — primarily the wood of Cinnamomum camphora — and the two origins carry distinct classification and commercial implications. Synthetic camphor dominates industrial supply for use in plasticizers, moth repellents, and pharmaceutical excipients, while natural camphor commands a premium in traditional medicine and fragrance markets. Importers should be aware that camphor-containing pharmaceutical preparations are subject to FDA oversight, whereas bulk industrial camphor clears as a chemical commodity.
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21 shipments/mo
Basic heading 412 of 465 in section 5
Basic heading 51627 · $601K of $28.9B
Natural camphor (derived from camphor tree wood) and synthetic camphor may be classified under different tariff provisions depending on the applicable schedule. Importers should confirm the production method with the supplier and document it on entry, as the distinction can affect both the applicable HTS subheading and any relevant phytosanitary requirements for wood-derived extracts.
Bulk camphor intended for use as a pharmaceutical excipient or active ingredient in OTC drug products falls under FDA jurisdiction. Importers should ensure the material meets USP-grade specifications if it will enter the drug supply chain, and FDA may detain shipments that lack adequate documentation of intended use or purity.
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Imports · July 2026
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India and China together supply 100% of it.
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$601KYoY · Pro
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$29KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.