PET Preform Resin High IV Grade from Japan
Specialty PET resin pellets with viscosity number exceeding 78 ml/g, optimized for injection molding into preforms for carbonated beverage bottles. The high IV prevents creep and maintains carbonation retention. HTS 3907.61.00 applies to this primary form PET per viscosity 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
• Require supplier IV certificates calibrated to ISO 1628 method for CBP verification
• Segregate high IV from low IV shipments to avoid commingling and reclassification risks
• Document absence of recycled content if claiming virgin resin specifications