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SITCSection 3
U.S. imports of liquefied propane (SITC 34210) totaled $110.5M in April 2026, traded with 24 countries.
Liquefied Propane imports of $110.5M in April 2026 ran 34% below the year-to-date monthly average of $168.1M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataTraded as liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) under pressure, propane serves residential heating, agricultural drying, petrochemical feedstock, and autogas markets in the US and globally. The US is a major exporter of propane, with export infrastructure concentrated along the Gulf Coast, but import flows occur at certain terminals to balance regional supply. Propane purity specifications — particularly HD-5 grade for motor fuel and commercial heating — are the primary quality parameters governing domestic trade contracts.
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HD-5 is the dominant commercial propane specification in the US, requiring a minimum of 90% propane content and limiting propylene to 5% or less. It is the standard for residential heating, commercial use, and autogas applications. Importers supplying the US domestic market must ensure their product meets HD-5 or the applicable ASTM D1835 specification, as off-spec material may be rejected by distributors or require blending before sale.
Propane import terminals require FERC or state-level siting approvals, PHMSA compliance for LPG storage and handling, and Coast Guard oversight for marine vessel operations. Importers using waterborne delivery must also comply with customs entry procedures for energy commodities. Terminal capacity constraints and seasonal demand peaks — particularly in winter heating markets — can affect import timing and logistics planning.
Monthly import values over time
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