PET Thermal Transfer Ribbon Base Film
Thin noncellular PET polyester film serving as carrier for thermal transfer ribbons in barcode printing. Classified HTS 3920.62.00.90 'Other' PET sheets prior to ink/coating application.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported with sensitized photographic coating
Plain PET base 3920; photosensitive films Chapter 37.
If slit into spools as finished printing supplies
Bulk film 3920; packaged retail articles 3926.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Import base film separately from coated ribbons
• Thickness critical for printer compatibility declaration
• Coatings may trigger different HTS if predominant
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