PET Shrink Film for Packaging
Clear, noncellular PET film designed to shrink when heated, used for labeling bottles and packaging goods. It is classified under HTS 3920.62.00.90 as a non-reinforced sheet of poly(ethylene terephthalate) polyester, not combined with other materials. This specific type falls into the 'Other' subheading as it does not meet criteria for more specific PET film categories.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from copolymers where PET monomer is less than 95% by weight
Subheading notes require 95% PET monomer for 3920.62; blends with predominant other monomers shift to 'Other polyesters'.
If cut to specific non-flexible shapes for retail sale
Flexible PET film remains in 3920; rigid or pre-cut shapes for machines may classify as 'other plates, sheets, film... flexible' in 3921.
If chemically modified beyond standard PET
Subheading note (a)(3) places chemically modified polymers in 'Other' (3920.99) unless specifically covered elsewhere.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify PET content exceeds 95% by weight per subheading notes to avoid reclassification to copolymers
• Provide detailed lab analysis certificates confirming noncellular structure and lack of reinforcement
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