Fiberglass Reinforced Polyester Packing Tape from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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