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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of d-glucitol (sorbitol) (SITC 51225) totaled $2.1M in July 2026, traded with 12 countries.
Importers of D-Glucitol (Sorbitol) paid $309K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $2.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. D-Glucitol (Sorbitol) imports of $2.1M in July 2026 ran 26% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.6M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataSorbitol — the commercial name for D-glucitol — is produced industrially by catalytic hydrogenation of glucose and is widely traded as a humectant, sweetener, and chemical intermediate for ascorbic acid (vitamin C) synthesis. Its dual role in food and pharmaceutical manufacturing means FDA oversight applies to imported product destined for those sectors, and purity specifications (food-grade vs. technical-grade) must be clearly documented at entry. Liquid and crystalline forms are both actively traded, and the physical presentation can affect packaging, freight, and classification considerations.
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67 shipments/mo
Basic heading 368 of 465 in section 5
Basic heading 51225 · $2.1M of $28.9B
Liquid sorbitol (typically a 70% aqueous solution) is shipped in bulk tankers or IBC totes and requires temperature management to prevent crystallization, while crystalline sorbitol ships in bags or supersacks. Both forms fall under the same SITC code, but the liquid form involves additional hazmat and tank-cleaning documentation at the port.
Yes — sorbitol is a key feedstock for ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and sorbitan esters. When imported as a chemical intermediate rather than a food ingredient, the intended downstream use should be documented, as it may affect which FDA review pathway applies and whether the product is subject to food additive regulations.
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Imports · July 2026
origin
Thailand and France together supply 53% of it.
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ImportsExports
Imports
$2.1MYoY · Pro
Exports
$1.6MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.