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PET Resin for Strapping Bands from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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

PET Resin for Strapping Bands from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3907.61.00.50