Biaxially Oriented PET (BOPET) Base Resin from Japan
Biaxially Oriented PET (BOPET) base resin in primary pellet form, used as feedstock for producing biaxially oriented films for packaging and labels. The resin is unmodified PET with terephthalate monomer units exceeding 95% by weight, and is classified under tariff item 3907.69.00 as 'Other' poly(ethylene terephthalate) in primary forms.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the resin is in primary form (pellets) and not yet oriented into film, as orientation changes classification
• Verify that PET monomer units exceed 95% by weight to qualify under this tariff item
• Keep supplier documentation on polymer composition for CBSA verification