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PET Resin for Strapping Bands from Germany

High-viscosity polyethylene terephthalate resin pellets optimized for producing industrial PET strapping used in packaging. Meets HTS 3907.61.00.50 criteria as PET with viscosity ≥78 ml/g in primary granular form.

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

Label shipments clearly as 'primary form PET resin' to avoid confusion with finished strapping (3926.90)

Comply with REACH-like chemical regs by providing safety data sheets for polymer handling

Test for diethylene glycol content, as high levels may affect viscosity classification