U.S. imports of Xylene (SITC 33524) totaled $38.0M in August 2026, imported from 9 countries.
Xylene imports of $38.0M in August 2026 ran 20% below the year-to-date monthly average of $47.5M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataXylene encompasses three isomers — ortho-, meta-, and para-xylene — with paraxylene (PX) by far the most commercially significant as the primary feedstock for purified terephthalic acid (PTA) and ultimately polyester fiber and PET resin. The isomer composition of an imported xylene stream is the critical specification variable: mixed xylenes used as solvents or gasoline blendstocks differ substantially in value and end-use from high-purity paraxylene destined for petrochemical processing. EPA VOC and Tier 3 fuel regulations apply to solvent and blendstock uses respectively, and importers should confirm isomer purity by certificate of analysis.
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Mixed xylenes (a blend of ortho-, meta-, and para-xylene plus ethylbenzene) are typically used as solvents or gasoline blendstocks and trade at lower values than isolated isomers. High-purity paraxylene (PX), separated by crystallization or adsorption, commands a significant premium as the feedstock for PTA and polyester production. Importers should specify isomer composition and purity on the commercial invoice and certificate of analysis to support accurate classification and pricing.
Trade remedy exposure for xylene depends on the specific product form and country of origin. Importers should conduct a current antidumping and countervailing duty scope review with a licensed customs broker before committing to supply contracts, as the petrochemical sector has historically been subject to trade remedy investigations that can change duty exposure materially.
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Basic heading 9 of 32 in section 3
Basic heading 33524 · $38.0M of $21.4B
Imports · August 2026
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South Korea and Canada together supply 100% of it.
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$38.0MYoY · free account
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$2.8MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $394.3M of Xylene and exported $70.3M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.