E-Glass Roving for Industrial Packing from China
E-glass roving consists of continuous glass filaments twisted into strands, specifically designed for use as packing material in industrial machinery seals and gaskets. It falls under HTS 7019.12.00.40 because it is rovings of glass fibers intended for packing or lubricating applications in industry, meeting the criteria for non-woven glass fiber products used in such roles. This classification distinguishes it from general textile rovings or finished fabrics.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify the roving's composition meets glass fiber standards with lab certification to avoid reclassification; ensure documentation specifies industrial packing use to comply with HTS notes; watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as general yarn leading to higher duties