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PET Resin for Clear Plastic Bottles from Germany

Granular polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin with a viscosity number of 70-78 ml/g, used primarily for blow-molding into clear beverage bottles. This specific intrinsic viscosity range ensures optimal melt strength and clarity for thin-walled containers. Classified under HTS 3907.69.0010 as PET in primary form meeting the exact viscosity specification.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Obtain manufacturer's specification sheet confirming viscosity number between 70-78 ml/g to match HTS 3907.69.0010 exactly

• Include IV test certificates from accredited labs; CBP may require verification of polymer purity >95% PET monomers

• Avoid misclassification as recycled PET (3907.60); declare virgin status clearly on entry documents