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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of toluene, pure (SITC 51123) totaled $5.5M in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Importers of Toluene, Pure paid $466K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $4.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Toluene, Pure imports of $5.5M in April 2026 ran 51% below the year-to-date monthly average of $11.1M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPure toluene functions both as an industrial solvent and as a precursor to benzene, xylenes, TNT, and polyurethane intermediates, giving it a dual role in chemical manufacturing and specialty applications. Its classification as 'pure' distinguishes it from toluene-containing blends or reformate streams, which fall under different headings. Toluene is also regulated as a hazardous air pollutant under the Clean Air Act, so importers should be prepared for EPA TSCA certification requirements at entry in addition to standard customs documentation.
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When toluene is imported for use as a solvent, standard commercial invoices and TSCA certification suffice for most entries. When imported as a chemical intermediate for further synthesis, buyers may need to provide end-use declarations or comply with additional EPA reporting requirements depending on the downstream process. Confirming the intended use with your customs broker before entry helps avoid delays.
Pure toluene under this heading must meet a minimum purity threshold — typically 95% or higher — as a discrete chemical compound. Reformate, pyrolysis gasoline, or other refinery streams containing toluene alongside other aromatics are classified under petroleum or hydrocarbon mixture headings. Importers should obtain a certificate of analysis confirming purity to support correct classification.
Monthly import values over time
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | -- | $18.6M | +$18.6M |
| TAIWAN | $4.4M | -- | -$4.4M |
| GUATEMALA | -- | $1.3M | +$1.3M |
| CANADA | $950K | $86K | -$864K |
| COSTA RICA | -- | $289K | +$289K |