Bio-based Polyethylene Furanoate (PEF) Granules
Bio-based polyethylene furanoate (PEF) granules are a sustainable polyester made from furandicarboxylic acid and ethylene glycol, used for bottles and films. They are in primary form and fall under tariff item 3907.99.00 as other polyesters, with furanoate units predominating.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is polyethylene terephthalate (PET) with specific characteristics
PET has its own subheading when it meets the monomer criteria.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the granules are classified as primary forms and not as articles
• Provide documentation of the bio-based content to support the classification and potential duty relief programs
Related Products under Tariff item 3907.99.00
Copolyester Elastomer (COPE) Pellets
Copolyester elastomer (COPE) pellets, such as Hytrel, are thermoplastic elastomers combining polyester hard segments with polyether soft segments, used for hoses and belts. They are in primary form and classify under tariff item 3907.99.00 as other polyesters, with polyester units predominating.
High IV Polyester Staple Fiber Resin
High IV polyester staple fiber resin is a high intrinsic viscosity polyester chip for staple fiber production, not textile grade PET. It is in primary form and falls under tariff item 3907.99.00 as other polyesters, with specialized IV above 0.70.
Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) Granules
Liquid crystal polymer (LCP) granules are high-performance polyesters with rigid rod-like molecules, used for electronics connectors and automotive parts. They are in primary form and classify under tariff item 3907.99.00 as other polyesters, with hydroxybenzoic acid and similar monomers predominating.
Polyarylate Resin Pellets
Polyarylate resin pellets are made from bisphenol A and isophthalic/terephthalic acids, offering transparency for optical uses. They are in primary form and fall under tariff item 3907.99.00 as other polyesters not specifically named.
Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resin
Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resin is a thermoplastic polyester resin in primary pellet form, used for engineering plastics in automotive and electronics. It falls under tariff item 3907.99.00 as other polyesters, with terephthalic acid and butanediol units predominating.
Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT) Resin
Polycyclohexylenedimethylene terephthalate (PCT) resin is a high-temperature polyester for electrical components and fibers, imported as primary pellets. It fits under tariff item 3907.99.00 since cyclohexanedimethanol and terephthalic monomers predominate but lack a specific subheading.