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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of polyether resins (other than polyacetals), primary forms (SITC 57419) totaled $48.6M in April 2026, traded with 36 countries.
Importers of Polyether Resins (Other Than Polyacetals), Primary Forms paid $7.0M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 17% on $42.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPolyether resins excluding polyacetals encompass a commercially diverse group — polyphenylene oxide (PPO), polyethylene glycol (PEG), polypropylene glycol (PPG), and polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG) — each serving distinct end markets from engineering plastics blending to polyurethane prepolymer synthesis. The specific polyether type and molecular weight are the defining specifications for both end-use suitability and tariff classification. PTMEG, a key input for spandex fiber and thermoplastic polyurethane, is among the most actively traded grades in this heading.
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Molecular weight determines whether a polyether polyol is classified as a primary-form polymer or as a chemical intermediate. High-molecular-weight polyether polyols used as polymer building blocks typically fall under polymer headings, while low-molecular-weight grades may be classified as chemical compounds. Importers should provide the number-average molecular weight and intended end-use to support classification.
Polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG) is the primary raw material for spandex (elastane) fiber and thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) elastomers. US demand is closely tied to apparel, athletic wear, and automotive interior production cycles, making PTMEG import volumes a useful leading indicator for those downstream sectors.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $5.1M | $20.0M | +$14.9M |
| INDIA | $180K | $21.2M | +$21.0M |
| MEXICO | $1.3M | $19.8M | +$18.4M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $13.7M | $1.8M | -$11.9M |
| CHINA | $4.5M | $6.2M | +$1.7M |
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