PET Resin Pellets Grade 7940B

High-viscosity polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin pellets, grade 7940B, used primarily for manufacturing blown bottles and containers. This product falls under HTS 3907.69.00 as it consists of PET polymer in primary pellet form with PET monomer units comprising over 95% by weight, classified as 'Other' PET not specifically covered elsewhere.

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.

3907Same rate: 41.5%

If containing 50% or more by weight of recycled PET

Recycled PET materials meeting specific composition thresholds are classified separately from virgin PET.

3901.10Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If chemically modified with significant polyethylene additives

If ethylene monomer predominates over terephthalate units, it shifts to polyethylene polymers in Chapter 39 heading 3901.

3907.99Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If blended with other polyester types where PET does not predominate

Polymer blends are classified by the predominant monomer; non-PET polyesters fall under 'other polyesters'.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify PET monomer content exceeds 95% by weight via lab testing to confirm classification under 3907.69.00 and avoid reclassification

Include detailed chemical composition certificates and supplier specs in documentation for CBP review

Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as recycled PET, which may shift to 3907.60 if qualifying criteria met