Metallized PET Window Insulation Film

Thin metallized polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film used for insulating windows to reduce heat loss and block UV rays. It meets HTS 3920.62.0050 as noncellular, unsupported metallized PET film, classified under poly(ethylene terephthalate) per subheading rules where PET monomers exceed 95% by weight. Primarily imported in rolls for residential DIY application.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.2%+35.0%39.2%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

3920.63Lower: 15.8% vs 39.2%

If acrylic-modified PET exceeds specific thresholds

Chemically modified polymers not covered specifically fall under 'Other' per subheading note (a)(3), shifting from pure PET subheading.

3921.90.11Same rate: 39.2%

If cut to precise shapes with adhesive backing for retail sale

Processed into flexible noncellular sheets with added features like adhesive becomes 'other forms' under 3921, not basic film of 3920.

3920.99.50Higher: 40.8% vs 39.2%

If predominant monomer is not PET (e.g., PET/PE copolymer <95% PET)

Subheading note (a)(4) classifies copolymers by predominant monomer; if PET <95% and another prevails, moves to other polyester or plastic subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify PET monomer content exceeds 95% by weight via lab testing to confirm classification under 3920.62 per subheading note (a)(1)

β€’ Declare metallization as a thin vacuum-deposited layer (not laminated support) to avoid reclassification to 3920.63 or 3921

β€’ Provide supplier specs on thickness (<0.10mm typical) and non-reinforced status; common pitfall is mislabeling as 'foil' triggering aluminum duties

Related Products under HTS 3920.62.00.50

Metallized PET Food Packaging Film

Metallized PET film for flexible packaging of snacks and dry foods, providing barrier properties against oxygen and light. Classified in HTS 3920.62.0050 as 'other' metallized PET film, noncellular and unsupported, with PET comprising over 95% polymer content per chapter notes. Imported in large jumbo rolls for converters.

Metallized PET Capacitor Film

High-clarity metallized PET film for metallized film capacitors in electronics, offering dielectric strength. HTS 3920.62.0050 applies to this thin (<10 micron), noncellular, unsupported polyester film where PET monomers dominate (>95%). Imported in precision-slit rolls.

Metallized PET Bubble Barrier Film

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.

Metallized PET Security Hologram Base Film

Specialty metallized PET film serving as base for embossed security holograms on labels/documents. HTS 3920.62.0050 covers this thin, noncellular metallized poly(ethylene terephthalate) film (PET >95%), imported in rolls for hologram converters.

Metallized PET Thermal Blanket Film

Metallized PET film for emergency thermal blankets, reflecting body heat. As noncellular unsupported metallized poly(ethylene terephthalate) film, it fits HTS 3920.62.0050 ('Other'), with PET at 95%+ polymer content per notes.

Metallized PET Solar Control Window Tint

Metallized PET film applied to automotive/residential windows for solar heat rejection. This non-reinforced, noncellular poly(ethylene terephthalate) metallized film is 'Other' under HTS 3920.62.0050, PET monomers predominant.