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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of zinc oxide & zinc peroxide (SITC 52251) totaled $27.9M in April 2026, traded with 21 countries.
Importers of Zinc Oxide & Zinc Peroxide paid $24K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 18% on $136K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Zinc Oxide & Zinc Peroxide imports of $27.9M in April 2026 ran 15% above the year-to-date monthly average of $24.2M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataZinc oxide is a foundational industrial chemical serving rubber vulcanization, ceramics, sunscreen formulations, and electronic components, while zinc peroxide sees narrower use in specialty oxidizing applications. Classification hinges on distinguishing zinc oxide from zinc peroxide and from zinc-based pigment preparations, which may fall under separate headings. Importers should verify whether the product is pharmaceutical-grade or industrial-grade, as purity specifications affect both classification and downstream regulatory requirements.
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Pure zinc oxide and zinc peroxide fall under this heading, while zinc oxide mixed with other substances as a prepared pigment or paint base may be reclassified under pigment or paint headings. The key test is whether the product is a defined chemical compound or a formulated mixture — importers should review the composition certificate carefully before declaring the heading.
Rubber and tire manufacturing is the dominant end-use, relying on zinc oxide as a vulcanization activator. Secondary demand comes from ceramics, sunscreen and cosmetic products, and semiconductor manufacturing, making this a widely traded industrial chemical with diverse buyer industries.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $14.0M | $15.7M | +$1.7M |
| CANADA | $9.8M | $897K | -$8.9M |
| PERU | $1.8M | -- | -$1.8M |
| NETHERLANDS | $1.0M | $151K | -$893K |
| AUSTRALIA | $484K | $15K | -$470K |
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