High Viscosity PET Resin for Bottles from Japan
Poly(ethylene terephthalate) resin with a viscosity number of 78 ml/g or higher, supplied in primary pellet form for extrusion into preforms used in beverage bottles. This high IV grade ensures strength and clarity for blow-molded PET containers. Classified under 3907.61.00 due to its PET composition and specified viscosity meeting the subheading criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify viscosity number via ISO 1157 testing and include certificates in documentation to confirm classification under 3907.61.00
• Ensure supplier provides detailed monomer composition to prove PET content exceeds 95% by weight per chapter notes
• Avoid misdeclaration as lower IV grades (3907.62.00) which could trigger audits and penalties