Metallized PET Bubble Barrier Film from Japan
Metallized PET film laminated to bubble wrap for thermal insulation in packaging/mailers. However, the PET layer alone is classified as unsupported metallized film under HTS 3920.62.0050 if imported separately, PET monomers 95%+. Used in construction and shipping.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Import PET film pre-lamination only for this code; full composites go to 3921.90
• Lab analysis for PET purity mandatory
• Declare as 'film for insulation' avoiding household article misclass to 3924