PET Heat-Shrinkable Film from China
A noncellular, unreinforced film made from poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) designed for heat-shrink applications on bottles and containers. It meets the 95%+ PET monomer content requirement per Chapter 39 notes, classifying it under 3920.62.00 as PET film not combined with other materials. Commonly used in packaging for tamper-evident seals.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Verify PET monomer content exceeds 95% by weight via lab testing to confirm 3920.62.00 classification per subheading notes
• Provide detailed technical specs and SDS sheets; avoid misclassification as generic polyester under 3920.69
• Check for reinforcements or laminations, which shift to 3920.99; common pitfall is unlisted printings