High IV PET Polymer Granules from Germany
Granules of poly(ethylene terephthalate) with intrinsic viscosity number of 78 ml/g or higher, suitable for durable containers and films. Falls under HTS 3907.61.00.50 as 'Other' high-viscosity PET per Chapter 39 polymer classification rules.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use ISO 1628 standard for IV measurement; retain lab certs for CBP review
• Segregate from low-viscosity lots during storage to prevent cross-contamination claims
• Declare exact monomer percentage to meet 95% PET rule in subheading note (a)(1)