PET Resin Pellets Grade 7940B from Germany
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.
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
• 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