PET Masterbatch Resin with Color Additives

PET resin masterbatch pellets containing less than 5% color pigments for compounding. Remains under HTS 3907.69.00 as chemically unmodified PET where base polymer exceeds 95%.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.17.20Lower: 31.5% vs 41.5%

If pigments exceed polymer content

Pigment preparations classify under Chapter 32 if not primarily polymer.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If prepared as polymer additive prep

Chemical preparations of polymers shift from primary forms.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare exact additive percentages; over 5% risks 'chemically modified' reclassification

Use masterbatch spec sheets showing PET as predominant polymer

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