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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing 50% or more by weight of recycled PET
Recycled PET materials meeting specific composition thresholds are classified separately from virgin PET.
If chemically modified with significant polyethylene additives
If ethylene monomer predominates over terephthalate units, it shifts to polyethylene polymers in Chapter 39 heading 3901.
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
Related Products under HTS 3907.69.00
PET Preforms Resin CB12E
PET resin grade CB12E in pellet form for injection molding into preforms for beverage bottles. Classified in HTS 3907.69.00 as other PET in primary forms, excluding specific packaging or recycled variants.
Biaxially Oriented PET (BOPET) Base Resin
Primary PET resin pellets for producing biaxially oriented films used in packaging and labels. Classified HTS 3907.69.00 as other PET in pellet form prior to orientation processing.
Low-IV PET Resin for Foamed Applications
Low intrinsic viscosity PET resin for producing foamed plastic sheets and insulation. HTS 3907.69.00 as other primary PET form with standard monomer composition.
PET Chips for Textile Fiber Production
Polyethylene terephthalate chips designed for spinning into polyester fibers and yarns for textiles. Classified under HTS 3907.69.00 as primary form PET with terephthalate units over 95%, not specified for packaging or recording media.
Virgin PET Resin for Strapping Bands
High-tenacity virgin PET resin pellets optimized for producing plastic strapping bands used in packaging. Falls under HTS 3907.69.00 as 'Other' poly(ethylene terephthalate) in primary forms meeting the 95% monomer purity rule.
Industrial Grade PET Flakes for Sheet Extrusion
PET polymer flakes in primary form for extruding into plastic sheets for industrial applications. Under HTS 3907.69.00 as other poly(ethylene terephthalate) where PET units exceed 95% by weight.