PETG Vacuum Forming Film

Transparent polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG) film rolls used for vacuum forming packaging trays, falling under HTS 3921.90.50 as other non-rigid plastic sheets primarily of PET copolymer. The film is surface-worked for clarity but not formed into shapes. Polymer content exceeds 95% qualifying monomers per subheading rules.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.8%+35.0%39.8%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

3920.62.00Lower: 39.2% vs 39.8%

If rigid PET sheets

Rigid polyester sheets classify under 3920.62, differentiated by thickness and flexural modulus.

3921.90.11Lower: 39.2% vs 39.8%

If specifically polyvinyl butyral (PVB)

PVB sheets have dedicated subheading; other polymers go to 3921.90.50.

3923.10.90Lower: 38% vs 39.8%

If imported as pre-formed articles from the film

Formed plastic containers or packaging shift to heading 3923 for articles for conveyance.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document copolymer composition showing predominant monomer units per subheading note (a)(4)

β€’ Avoid shipping in pre-formed trays to prevent shift to 3923 classification

β€’ Use non-nesting roll packaging to minimize damage claims during ocean freight

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