Fiberglass Reinforced Polyester Packing Tape
This self-adhesive tape features a polyester film backing reinforced with continuous fiberglass filaments for high tensile strength, ideal for heavy-duty packaging and palletizing. It falls under HTS 3919.90.50.20 as filament reinforced tape, distinguishing it from unreinforced plastic tapes in other subheadings. The filament reinforcement provides superior resistance to tearing and stretching.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not filament reinforced
Unreinforced self-adhesive tapes of plastics fall under the specific subheading for unreinforced products, lacking filament strengthening.
If containing plasticizers exceeding standard levels
Per subheading notes, tapes with significant plasticizers may classify under non-adhesive plastic plates/sheets if adhesive properties are secondary.
If textile fabric is primary component
If the tape's base is impregnated textile fabric rather than plastic with filament reinforcement, it shifts to Chapter 59 for textile-covered materials.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify filament reinforcement via lab testing to confirm classification under 3919.90.50.20, as unreinforced tapes shift to 3919.90.50.60
• Include detailed material specs and filament content in commercial invoice to avoid CBP reclassification
• Ensure packaging labels specify 'filament reinforced' to meet marking requirements and prevent delays
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