Battery Separator Mat
> A thin chemically bonded glass fiber mat used as a separator in lead-acid batteries to prevent short circuits while allowing ionic flow. It is a mat of glass fibers with a chemical binder, meeting the description of chemically bonded mats under tariff item 7019.15.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mat is imported as a component of a lead-acid battery
Parts of electric accumulators are classified under heading 85.07 when presented with the battery.
If the mat has additional treatments such as wetting agents or coatings
Other glass fiber articles may apply if the mat is not simply chemically bonded.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• > Confirm the mat's porosity and purity specifications, as these are critical for battery use and may be requested by CBSA
• If the mat is imported as part of a battery assembly, it may be classified under the battery heading instead
• Keep records of the chemical binder used to demonstrate compliance with the tariff item
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> A chemically bonded mat made from glass fibers, primarily used for thermal and acoustic insulation in buildings and appliances. It consists of glass fibers formed into mats bonded by a chemical agent, falling under tariff item 7019.15.00.
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