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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of phthalic anhydride (SITC 51382) totaled $6.0M in July 2026, traded with 16 countries.
Importers of Phthalic Anhydride paid $499K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $4.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Phthalic Anhydride imports of $6.0M in July 2026 ran 68% above the year-to-date monthly average of $3.6M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataA key aromatic intermediate produced by catalytic oxidation of ortho-xylene or naphthalene, phthalic anhydride is a primary feedstock for plasticizers, alkyd resins, and dye intermediates. Importers should note that certain foreign-origin phthalic anhydride has historically been subject to antidumping duty orders, making country-of-origin documentation critical at entry. The chemical's solid, flake, or molten form affects packaging and transport classification, and buyers in the coatings and plastics sectors should confirm specification compliance before contracting.
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88 shipments/mo
Basic heading 298 of 465 in section 5
Basic heading 51382 · $6.0M of $28.9B
Yes, antidumping duty orders have been applied to phthalic anhydride from certain countries in the past. Importers should check the current scope of any active orders with the US Department of Commerce and confirm country-of-origin documentation to avoid unexpected duty liability.
The chemical identity remains the same regardless of physical form, so classification under this SITC heading is unaffected. However, molten shipments require specialized tank containers and may trigger additional hazardous-materials transport requirements, which importers should address in their logistics planning.
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Imports · July 2026
origin
Korea, South and Mexico together supply 70% of it.
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ImportsExports
Imports
$6.0MYoY · Pro
Exports
$829KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.