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PET Thermal Transfer Ribbon Base Film from Japan

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.

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 base film separately from coated ribbons

Thickness critical for printer compatibility declaration

Coatings may trigger different HTS if predominant