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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of polymethyl methacrylate (pmma), primary forms (SITC 57521) totaled $3.4M in April 2026, traded with 26 countries.
Importers of Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), Primary Forms paid $454K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $3.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), Primary Forms imports of $3.4M in April 2026 ran 14% below the year-to-date monthly average of $4.0M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPolymethyl methacrylate — universally known in trade as PMMA or acrylic glass — is an optically transparent thermoplastic traded in primary forms such as pellets, beads, or powder, serving as the upstream feedstock for cast and extruded sheet, optical lenses, automotive lighting, and display applications. PMMA's optical clarity, UV resistance, and weatherability distinguish it from other acrylic polymers and drive a premium pricing tier relative to commodity thermoplastics. Certain PMMA imports have been subject to antidumping scrutiny, and Section 301 tariff exposure applies to imports from specific origins, making landed-cost modeling sensitive to both origin and grade. Molecular weight and light transmission specifications are the primary quality variables that buyers specify in purchase contracts.
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PMMA in primary forms (pellets, powder, beads) is classified as a polymer intermediate, while cast or extruded acrylic sheet is classified as a semi-manufactured plastic article under a different heading. The distinction matters because duty rates, trade remedy exposure, and applicable product standards differ between the two forms. Importers should confirm the physical form and degree of processing before classifying.
For optical-grade applications — lenses, light guides, display panels — buyers typically specify light transmittance (often above 92%), haze level, yellowness index, and molecular weight distribution. These parameters affect both the processing behavior and the final optical performance, and suppliers are generally expected to provide lot-level certificates of analysis confirming these values.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $695 | $4.7M | +$4.7M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $1.2M | $27K | -$1.2M |
| CANADA | $204K | $1.0M | +$830K |
| SINGAPORE | $69K | $732K | +$663K |
| JAPAN | $745K | $27K | -$718K |
Monthly import values over time