HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3907.69 – Poly(ethylene terephthalate); in primary forms, having a viscosity of less than 78ml/g
HS code 3907.69 is the 6-digit subheading for poly(ethylene terephthalate), in primary forms, having a viscosity of less than 78ml/g. It is used for film-grade PET chips, textile-grade PET pellets, low IV PET resin, PET resin for sheet extrusion and PET resin for strapping (lower grade).
What HS 3907.69 covers
This HS code encompasses Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) in primary forms, specifically those with an intrinsic viscosity below 78ml/g. This lower viscosity grade of PET is predominantly utilized in applications such as film production, textile fibers (staple fibers, filament yarns), and certain injection molding processes where high strength is not the primary requirement. Key importers are nations with significant textile industries, packaging film manufacturers, and consumer goods production, including China, India, and Vietnam. Exporters are major petrochemical companies globally, particularly from Asia and Europe. The trade in this grade of PET is driven by demand for apparel, flexible packaging solutions, and various industrial films. Understanding the specific viscosity range is crucial for accurate classification and market analysis, as it directly dictates the end-use application and, consequently, the market dynamics and trade flows.
- Covers
- Film-grade PET chips
- Textile-grade PET pellets
- Low IV PET resin
- PET resin for sheet extrusion
- PET resin for strapping (lower grade)
- PET resin for non-woven fabrics
- Examples
- Indorama Ventures PET
- Lotte Chemical PET
- Sinopec PET
- Eastman PET
- Reliance Industries PET
Codes often confused with 3907.69
Common mistake. The primary misclassification risk is with 390761, due to the critical intrinsic viscosity threshold of 78ml/g. Incorrect measurement or reporting of viscosity can lead to significant customs errors.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 390769, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 390769 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.2B 28% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $537M 12% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $250M 5.6% of world exports
World total: $4.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$488M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $432M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 China $267M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $4.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 3907.69
Brazil does not split HS 3907.69: its NCM code is 3907.69.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 39.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3907.69
What is HS code 390769?
HS code 390769 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Poly(ethylene terephthalate); in primary forms, having a viscosity of less than 78ml/g. This HS code encompasses Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) in primary forms, specifically those with an intrinsic viscosity below 78ml/g. This lower viscosity grade of PET is predominantly utilized in applications such as film production, textile fibers (staple fibers, filament yarns), and certain injection molding processes where high strength is not the primary requirement. Key importers are nations with significant textile industries, packaging film manufacturers, and consumer goods production, including China, India, and Vietnam. Exporters are major petrochemical companies globally, particularly from Asia and Europe. The trade in this grade of PET is driven by demand for apparel, flexible packaging solutions, and various industrial films. Understanding the specific viscosity range is crucial for accurate classification and market analysis, as it directly dictates the end-use application and, consequently, the market dynamics and trade flows.
What products fall under HS code 390769?
Film-grade PET chips, Textile-grade PET pellets, Low IV PET resin, PET resin for sheet extrusion, PET resin for strapping (lower grade), PET resin for non-woven fabrics
What are common misclassifications for HS code 390769?
The primary misclassification risk is with 390761, due to the critical intrinsic viscosity threshold of 78ml/g. Incorrect measurement or reporting of viscosity can lead to significant customs errors.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 390769?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 390769 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.2B, 28% of world exports), South Korea ($537M) and Belgium ($250M). World exports came to about $4.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 390769?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 390769 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $488M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($432M) and China ($267M). World imports came to about $4.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 390769 structured?
HS code 390769 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (39) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 390769?
In Brazil, HS code 390769 is NCM 3907.69.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.