PET Strap Waste Bands

Scrap bands and trimmings from extruded polyethylene terephthalate strapping used in packaging. HTS 3915.90.0010 covers this as PET scrap where the polymer meets the predominant monomer weight rule.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If sold as reusable strapping bands

Finished plastic articles for general use fall under 3926, not waste.

3915.90.00Same rate: 35%

If blended PET for industrial strapping

Non-pure PET blends classified by main comonomer in 'Other'.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure no metal clips attached, as fittings trigger heading 3917 duties; bale tightly to meet container weight limits

β€’ Pitfall: clean straps might classify as articles under 3926