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SITCSection 5
U.S. exports of propyl alcohol and isopropyl alcohol (propan-1-ol and propan-2-ol) (SITC 51212) totaled $22.6M in July 2026.
Importers of Propyl Alcohol and Isopropyl Alcohol (Propan-1-ol and Propan-2-ol) paid $615K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $4.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Propyl Alcohol and Isopropyl Alcohol (Propan-1-ol and Propan-2-ol) imports of $11.2M in July 2026 ran 10% below the year-to-date monthly average of $12.5M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataIsopropyl alcohol (IPA) and n-propyl alcohol serve distinct industrial roles: IPA dominates as a solvent and disinfectant in pharmaceutical, personal care, and electronics manufacturing, while n-propyl alcohol is a key solvent in coatings and printing inks. Both are acyclic monohydric alcohols classified under SITC 51212, and their trade flows are sensitive to pharmaceutical-sector demand cycles and solvent-grade purity specifications. Importers should confirm whether shipments meet USP or industrial-grade standards, as specification mismatches can trigger reclassification disputes at entry.
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170 shipments/mo
The two isomers are chemically distinct: propan-1-ol (n-propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol/IPA) are grouped together under SITC 51212 but may be separated at the HTS 10-digit level. Importers should declare the specific isomer and its purity grade on entry documentation to avoid reclassification.
USP-grade IPA (≥99% purity) used in pharmaceutical or sanitizer applications commands a premium and may require additional documentation, while technical or industrial grades are traded at lower specifications. Buyers should confirm certificate-of-analysis requirements with their supplier before shipment, as grade mismatches can affect both pricing and end-use compliance.
ImportsExports
Imports
$11.2MYoY · Pro
Exports
$22.6MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · July 2026
destination
Mexico and Canada together take 42% of it.
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