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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of polyethylene terephthalate (pet), primary forms (SITC 57433) totaled $138.7M in April 2026, traded with 51 countries.
Importers of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Primary Forms paid $14.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $101.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Primary Forms imports of $138.7M in April 2026 ran 11% above the year-to-date monthly average of $125.1M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPolyethylene terephthalate — widely known in trade as PET — is a high-volume thermoplastic polyester traded in primary forms such as pellets or chips, primarily destined for bottle-grade and fiber-grade processing. PET resin is a critical upstream input for the beverage packaging and textile industries, and its trade flows are closely tied to global capacity expansions in Asia. Certain PET imports have historically been subject to antidumping and countervailing duty orders, making a thorough admissibility and scope review essential before entry. Buyers should confirm whether the specific grade (bottle-grade vs. fiber-grade) and intrinsic viscosity specification fall within the scope of any active trade remedy orders.
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Yes, antidumping and countervailing duty orders have been applied to PET resin from multiple countries at various times. Importers must check the current scope of active orders with CBP and the International Trade Commission before shipment, as scope rulings can turn on intrinsic viscosity, grade, or end-use specifications.
Bottle-grade PET has a higher intrinsic viscosity and tighter color specifications suited for food-contact packaging, while fiber-grade PET is produced to lower viscosity tolerances for textile applications. This distinction can affect both classification scope under trade remedy orders and the applicable quality certifications required by downstream customers.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $27.9M | $7.8M | -$20.0M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $23.6M | $62K | -$23.5M |
| TAIWAN | $18.3M | $122K | -$18.1M |
| THAILAND | $15.1M | $35K | -$15.1M |
| CANADA | $8.1M | $5.9M | -$2.2M |
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Monthly import values over time