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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of plasticised cellulose acetates in primary forms (SITC 57552) totaled $97K in April 2026, traded with 5 countries.
Importers of Plasticised Cellulose Acetates in Primary Forms paid $15K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $97K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Plasticised Cellulose Acetates in Primary Forms imports of $97K in April 2026 ran 22% above the year-to-date monthly average of $80K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPlasticised cellulose acetate — cellulose acetate compounded with agents such as triacetin or diethyl phthalate — exhibits enhanced flexibility and processability, making it the preferred form for injection-molded consumer goods, eyeglass frames, tool handles, and certain film applications. The plasticiser type and loading level are commercially significant because they determine the resin's glass transition temperature and solvent resistance, and they must be declared accurately to support correct classification. Importers sourcing plasticised grades should distinguish them clearly from non-plasticised flake in purchase contracts and shipping documents to avoid reclassification at the port.
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The presence of any plasticiser moves the product into the plasticised heading regardless of which specific plasticiser is used. However, the plasticiser identity and concentration should still be declared, as certain plasticisers (e.g., phthalates) may trigger additional regulatory scrutiny under TSCA or consumer product safety rules depending on the intended end use.
Eyeglass frame manufacturing is the largest specialty end use, valued for the material's machinability and color depth. Injection-molded consumer goods, tool handles, and specialty packaging films are secondary markets. Demand in the eyewear segment is closely tied to fashion cycles and the competitive position of acetate versus petroleum-based plastics.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAPAN | -- | $141K | +$141K |
| TAIWAN | -- | $117K | +$117K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | -- | $117K | +$117K |
| CZECH REPUBLIC | $97K | -- | -$97K |
| INDONESIA | -- | $88K | +$88K |
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